Introduction

MULTIMEDIA PROJECTOR

Quick Start
MODEL

XG-MB55X
XR-20X/XR-20S
XR-10X/XR-10S

Setup
OPERATION MANUAL

Connections
Operation
Basic
Features
Useful
Appendix
 IMPORTANT
• For your assistance in reporting the loss
or theft of your Projector, please record Model No.:
the Model and Serial Number located on
the bottom of the projector and retain this
information.
Serial No.:
• Before recycling the packaging, please
ensure that you have checked the con-
tents of the carton thoroughly against the
list of “Supplied accessories” on page 10.

SPECIAL NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.

The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorporat-
ing a 10A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS 1362
fuse marked or and of the same rating as above, which is also indicated on the pin
face of the plug, must be used.
Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse
cover fitted.
In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the plug
supplied, cut off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type.

DANGER:
The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed immedi-
ately and disposed of in a safe manner.
Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A socket
outlet, as a serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:

WARNING:
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow : Earth
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured green or
green-and-yellow.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter L or coloured red.

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

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 The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, German, French,
Swedish, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Chinese and Korean. Carefully read
through the operation instructions before operating the projector.
Die mitgelieferte CD-ROM enthält Bedienungsanleitungen in Englisch, Deutsch, Französisch,
Schwedisch, Spanisch, Italienisch, Niederländisch, Portugiesisch, Chinesisch und Koreanisch.
Bitte lesen Sie die Bedienungsanleitung vor der Verwendung des Projektors sorgfältig durch.
Le CD-ROM fourni contient les instructions de fonctionnement en anglais, allemand,
français, suédois, espagnol, italien, néerlandais, portugais, chinois et coréen. Veuillez lire
attentivement ces instructions avant de faire fonctionner le projecteur.
Den medföljande CD-ROM-skivan innehåller bruksanvisningar på engelska, tyska,
franska, svenska, spanska, italienska, holländska, portugisiska, kinesiska och koreanska.
Läs noga igenom bruksanvisningen innan projektorn tas i bruk.
El CD-ROM suministrado contiene instrucciones de operación en inglés, alemán,
francés, sueco, español, italiano, holandés, portugués, chino y coreano. Lea
cuidadosamente las instrucciones de operación antes de utilizar el proyector.
Il CD-ROM in dotazione contiene istruzioni per l’uso in inglese, tedesco, francese,
svedese, spagnolo, italiano, olandese, portoghese, cinese e coreano. Leggere
attentamente le istruzioni per l’uso prima di usare il proiettore.
De meegeleverde CD-ROM bevat handleidingen in het Engels, Duits, Frans, Zweeds,
Spaans, Italiaans, Nederlands, Portugees, Chinees en Koreaans. Lees de handleiding
zorgvuldig door voor u de projector in gebruik neemt.
O CD-ROM fornecido contém instruções de operação em Inglês, Alemão, Francês,
Sueco, Espanhol, Italiano, Holandês, Português, Chinês e Coreano. Leia
cuidadosamente todas as instruções de operação antes de operar o projetor.

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Before using the projector, please read this operation manual carefully.

Introduction
Introduction ENGLISH

There are two important reasons for prompt warranty registration of your new SHARP
Projector, using the REGISTRATION CARD packed with the projector.
1. WARRANTY
This is to assure that you immediately receive the full benefit of the parts, service
and labor warranty applicable to your purchase.
2. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY ACT
To ensure that you will promptly receive any safety notification of inspection,
modification, or recall that SHARP may be required to give under the 1972
Consumer Product Safety Act, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE IMPORTANT
“LIMITED WARRANTY” CLAUSE. U.S.A. ONLY

WARNING: High brightness light source. Do not stare into the beam of light, or view
directly. Be especially careful that children do not stare directly into the
beam of light.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose

this product to rain or moisture.

See bottom of projector. The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-

bol, within an equilateral triangle, is in-
CAUTION tended to alert the user to the presence
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
DO NOT REMOVE SCREWS
within the product’s enclosure that may
EXCEPT SPECIFIED USER
SERVICE SCREW.
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk or electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, The exclamation point within a triangle
DO NOT REMOVE COVER. is intended to alert the user to the
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT LAMP UNIT.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
presence of important operating and
PERSONNEL. maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.

WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to

this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
U.S.A. ONLY

WARNING:
The cooling fan in this projector continues to run for about 90 seconds after the projector enters
standby mode. During normal operation, when putting the projector into standby mode always
use the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the STANDBY button on the remote control.
Ensure the cooling fan has stopped before disconnecting the power cord.
DURING NORMAL OPERATION, NEVER TURN THE PROJECTOR OFF BY DISCONNECTING
THE POWER CORD. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WILL RESULT IN PREMATURE LAMP FAILURE.

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 INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the operation manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. U.S.A. ONLY

Declaration of conformity
SHARP PROJECTOR, MODEL XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-20S/XR-10X/XR-10S
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party:

SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP (1-800-237-4277) U.S.A. ONLY

PRODUCT DISPOSAL
This projector utilizes tin-lead solder, and a pressurized lamp containing a small amount of
mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations.
For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or, if you are
located in the United States of America, the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org .

Caution Concerning Lamp Replacement

See “Replacing the Lamp” on page 50.

This SHARP projector uses a DMD panel. This very sophisticated panel contains 786,432 (XG-
MB55X/XR-20X/XR-10X) / 480,000 (XR-20S/XR-10S) pixels (micromirrors). As with any high
technology electronic equipment such as large screen TVs, video systems and video cameras,
there are certain acceptable tolerances that the equipment must conform to.
This unit has some inactive pixels within acceptable tolerances which may result in inactive dots
on the picture screen. This will not affect the picture quality or the life expectancy of the unit.

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How to Read this Operation Manual

Introduction
■ The specifications are slightly different, depending on the model. However, you can connect and
operate all models in the same manner.
• In this operation manual, the illustration and the screen display are simplified for explanation, and
may differ slightly from the actual display.

Using the Menu Screen

ENTER button

Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q)

MENU/HELP button
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
MENU/HELP
button

ENTER button

Buttons used in
RETURN button
this operation
• Press l RETURN to
return to the previous
screen when the menu
is displayed.

Menu Selections (Adjustments)

Example: Adjusting “Bright”.
• This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector. Button used in
1 Press BMENU.
• The “Picture” menu screen for the se-
Example: “Picture” screen menu for INPUT 1
(RGB) mode this step
lected input mode is displayed. Menu item

2 Press Q or O and select “Picture” Picture

Picture Mode
SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ
Standard
Help

to adjust.
Contrast 0
Features
Useful

Bright 0
Red 0
Blue
CLR Temp
Bright Boost
0
7500K
1
On-screen
Lamp Setting
Reset
Bright
display
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END

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Info ........Indicates safeguards for using the projector.

Note .........Indicates additional information for setting up and operating the

projector.

For Future Reference

Maintenance Troubleshooting Index
P. 47 PP. 59 and 60 P. 64
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 Contents
Preparing
Introduction
How to Read this Operation Manual .... 3
Contents ............................................... 4
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............... 6
How to Access the PDF Operation
Manuals .............................................. 9
Accessories ........................................ 10
Part Names and Functions ................. 11
Inserting the Batteries .......................... 14
Usable Range ...................................... 15
Quick Start
Quick Start .......................................... 16
Using
Basic Operation
Turning the Projector On/Off .............. 27
Turning the Projector on ....................... 27
Turning the Power off (Putting the
Projector into Standby Mode) ........... 27
Image Projection ................................. 28
About the Setup Guide ........................ 28
Adjusting the Projected Image ............ 28
Switching the Input Mode .................... 30
Adjusting the Volume ........................... 30
Displaying the Black Screen and Turning
off the Sound Temporarily ................. 30
Correcting Trapezoidal Distortion ........ 31
Resize Mode ......................................... 32
Useful Features
Operating with the Remote Control .... 34
Displaying and Setting
the Break Timer ................................. 34
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ..... 34
Freezing a Moving Image .................... 34
Selecting the Picture Mode .................. 34
Menu Items ......................................... 35
Using the Menu Screen ...................... 37
Menu Selections (Adjustments) ........... 37
Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu) .. 39
Selecting the Picture Mode .................. 39
Adjusting the Image ............................. 40
Adjusting the Color Temperature ......... 40
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Setup
Setting up the Projector ...................... 18
Setting up the Projector ....................... 18
Standard Setup (Front Projection) ....... 18
Ceiling-mount Setup ............................ 18
Projection (PRJ) Mode ......................... 19
Screen Size and Projection Distance .. 20
Connections
Connections ........................................ 21
Samples of Cables for Connection ..... 22
Connecting to a Computer ................. 23
Connecting to Video Equipment ......... 24
Connecting to a Monitor with RGB Input
Terminal ............................................ 25
Controlling the Projector by
a Computer ....................................... 26
Connecting the Power Cord ............... 26
Progressive ........................................... 40
Lamp Setting ........................................ 40
Adjusting the Projected Image
(“SCR - ADJ” menu) ......................... 41
Setting the Resize Mode ...................... 41
Adjusting the Image Position ............... 41
Keystone Correction ............................ 41
Setting On-screen Display ................... 42
Selecting the Background Image ........ 42
Selecting the Setup Guide ................... 42
Reversing/Inverting Projected
Images ............................................... 42
Selecting the On-screen Display
Language ........................................... 42
Adjusting the Projector Function
(“PRJ - ADJ” menu) .......................... 43
Auto Search Function ........................... 43
Auto Sync (Auto Sync Adjustment) ..... 43
Auto Power Off Function ...................... 43
Setting the Confirmation Sound
(System Sound) ................................. 43
Speaker Setting .................................... 43
Selecting the Transmission Speed
(RS-232C) .......................................... 44
Fan Mode Setting ................................. 44
Checking the Lamp Life Status ........... 44
System Lock Function .......................... 44
Locking the Operation Buttons on the
Projector (Keylock Function) ............. 45
Troubleshooting with “Help” menu ..... 46
Utilizing “Help” menu functions ........... 46

Reference
Appendix
Maintenance ....................................... 47
Maintenance Indicators ...................... 48
Regarding the Lamp ........................... 50
Lamp ..................................................... 50
Caution Concerning the Lamp ............ 50
Replacing the Lamp ............................. 50
Removing and Installing
the Lamp Unit .................................... 51
Resetting the Lamp Timer .................... 52
Introduction
Connecting Pin Assignments ............. 53
RS-232C Specifications and Command
Settings ............................................ 54
Computer Compatibility Chart ............ 58
Troubleshooting .................................. 59
For SHARP Assistance ...................... 61
Specifications ..................................... 62
Dimensions ......................................... 63
Index ................................................... 64
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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product
and save these instructions for later use.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered
and manufactured to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN
POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the
safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic rules for its installation,
use and servicing.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water–for example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a
swimming pool; and the like.
8. Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the product. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
9. Transportation
A product and cart
combination should be
moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
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10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, and
these openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This product should not be placed in a
built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered
to.
11. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your product dealer
or local power company. For products intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization
This product is provided with one of the following
types of plugs. If the plug should fail to fit into the
power outlet, please contact your electrician.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
a. Two-wire type (mains) plug.
b. Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug with
a grounding terminal.
This plug will only fit into a grounding type
power outlet.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the product.
14. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from
the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system.
This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
 Introduction
15. Overloading 19. Replacement Parts
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or When replacement parts are required, be sure
integral convenience receptacles as this can the service technician has used replacement
result in a risk of fire or electric shock. parts specified by the manufacturer or have the
16. Object and Liquid Entry same characteristics as the original part.
Never push objects of any kind into this product Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
through openings as they may touch dangerous electric shock, or other hazards.
voltage points or short-out parts that could result 20. Safety Check
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
kind on the product. product, ask the service technician to perform
17. Servicing safety checks to determine that the product is in
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as proper operating condition.
opening or removing covers may expose you to 21. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all This product should be mounted to a wall or
servicing to qualified service personnel. ceiling only as recommended by the
18. Damage Requiring Service manufacturer.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer 22. Heat
servicing to qualified service personnel under the This product should be situated away from heat
following conditions: sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is or other products (including amplifiers) that
damaged. produce heat.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product
to normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or damaged
in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change
in performance, this indicates a need for
service.

• DLP\ (Digital Light Processing) and DMD\ (Digital Micromirror Device) are trademarks
of Texas Instruments, Inc.
• Microsoft® and Windows® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
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other countries.
• All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
• Some IC chips in this product include confidential and/or trade secret property belonging
to Texas Instruments. Therefore you may not copy, modify, adapt, translate, distribute,
reverse engineer, reverse assemble or discompile the contents thereof.

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 Observe the following safeguards when setting up your
projector.
Caution concerning the lamp unit
■ Potential hazard of glass par-
ticles if lamp ruptures. In
case of lamp rupture, contact
your nearest Sharp Autho-
rized Projector Dealer or Ser-
vice Center for replacement.
See “Replacing the Lamp” on
page 50.
Caution concerning the setup of the pro-
jector
■ For minimal servicing and to maintain high
image quality, SHARP recommends that this
projector be installed in an area free from
humidity, dust and cigarette smoke. When the
projector is subjected to these environments,
the vents and lens must be cleaned more of-
ten. As long as the projector is regularly
cleaned, use in these environments will not
reduce the overall operation life of the unit.
Internal cleaning should only be performed
by a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or
Service Center.
Do not set up the projector in places ex-
posed to direct sunlight or bright light.
■ Position the screen so that it is not in direct
sunlight or room light. Light falling directly on
the screen washes out the colors, making
viewing difficult. Close the curtains and dim
the lights when setting up the screen in a
sunny or bright room.
Caution regarding placing of the projec-
tor
■ Place the projector on a level site within the
adjustment range (8 degrees) of the adjust-
ment foot.
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When using the projector in high-altitude
areas such as mountains (at altitudes of
approximately 1,500 meters (4,900 feet)
or more)
■ When you use the projector in high-altitude
areas with thin air, set “Fan Mode” to “High”.
Neglecting this can affect the longevity of the
optical system.
Warning about placing the projector in
a high position
■ When placing the projector in a high position,
ensure that it is secured carefully to avoid per-
sonal injury caused by the projector falling
down.
Do not subject the projector to hard im-
pact and/or vibration.
■ Protect the lens so as not to hit or damage
the surface of the lens.
Rest your eyes occasionally.
■ Continuously watching the screen for long
hours will cause eye strain. Be sure to occa-
sionally rest your eyes.
Avoid locations with extremes of tem-
perature.
■ The operating temperature of the projector is
from 41°F to 95°F (+5°C to +35°C).
■ The storage temperature of the projector is
from –4°F to 140°F (–20°C to +60°C).
Do not block the exhaust and intake
vents.
■ Allow at least 11 13/16 inches (30 cm) of space
between the exhaust vent and the nearest
wall or obstruction.
■ Be sure that the intake vent and the exhaust
vent are not obstructed.
■ If the cooling fan becomes obstructed, a pro-
tection circuit will automatically put the pro-
jector into standby mode to prevent overheat
damage. This does not indicate a malfunc-
tion. (See pages 48 and 49.) Remove the pro-
jector power cord from the wall outlet and wait
at least 10 minutes. Place the projector where
the intake and exhaust vents are not blocked,
plug the power cord back in and turn on the
projector. This will return the projector to the
normal operating condition.
■ When turning off the projector, the cooling fan Using the projector in other countries

runs to decrease the internal temperature for
a while. Unplug the power cord after the cool-
ing fan stops. The period the cooling fan runs
will vary, depending on the circumstances and
the internal temperature.
Caution regarding usage of the projector
■ When using the projector, be sure not to sub-
ject it to hard impact and/or vibration, as this
can result in damage. Take extra care with
the lens. Before moving the projector, be sure
to unplug the power cord from the wall outlet,
and disconnect any other cables connected
to it.
■ Do not carry the projector by holding the lens.
■ When storing the projector, re-attach the lens
cap. (See page 11).
■ Do not expose the projector to direct sunlight
or place next to heat sources. Doing so may
affect the cabinet color or cause deformation
of the plastic cover.
Introduction
■ The power supply voltage and the shape of
the plug may vary depending on the region
or country you are using the projector in.
When using the projector overseas, be sure
to use an appropriate power cord for the coun-
try you are in.
Temperature monitor function
■ If the projector starts to overheat due to setup
problems or blockage of the air vents, “ ” and
“ ” will illuminate in the lower left corner
of the picture. If the temperature continues to
rise, the lamp will turn off, the temperature warn-
ing indicator on the projector will blink, and after
a 90-second cooling-off period the projector will
enter standby mode. Refer to “Maintenance In-
dicators” on page 48 for details.

Other connected equipment

■ When connecting a computer or other audio-
visual equipment to the projector, make the
connections AFTER unplugging the power
cord of the projector from the AC outlet and
turning off the equipment to be connected.
■ Please read the operation manuals of the pro-
jector and the equipment to be connected for
instructions on how to make the connections.
Info
• The cooling fan regulates the internal tem-
perature, and its performance is automatically
controlled. The sound of the fan may change
during projector operation due to changes in
the fan speed. This does not indicate malfunc-
tion.
• Do not unplug the power cord during projec-
tion or cooling fan operation. This can cause
damage due to rise in internal temperature,
as the cooling fan also stops.

How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals

PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM, so that
you can work with the projector, even if you do not have this manual. To utilize
these manuals, you need to install Adobe® Reader® on your computer (Windows®
or Macintosh®).
Please download Adobe® Reader® from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com).
Accessing the PDF Manuals for Windows® (For Macintosh®, skip step 2).
1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 4 Double click the language (name of the
2 Double click the “My Computer” icon. folder) that you want to view.
3 Double click the “CD-ROM” drive. 5 Double click the “MB55_” pdf file to access
the projector manuals.

Note
• If the desired pdf file cannot be opened by double clicking the mouse, start Adobe® Reader® first,
then specify the desired file using the “File”, “Open” menu.

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 Accessories
Supplied accessories

Remote control Two R-6 batteries RGB cable Lens cap (attached)
RRMCGA398WJSA (“AA” size, UM/SUM-3, (10' (3.0 m)) CCAPHA024WJSA
HP-7 or similar) QCNWGA045WJPZ

DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor

(5 57/64" (15 cm))
(Only supplied with XG-MB55X)
QCNWGA015WJPZ
Power cord*
(1) (2) (3) (4)

For U.S. and For Europe, For U.K. and For Australia, New
Canada, etc. except U.K. Singapore Zealand and Oceania
(6' (1.8 m)) (6' (1.8 m)) (6' (1.8 m)) (6' (1.8 m))
QACCDA007WJPZ QACCVA011WJPZ QACCBA036WJPZ QACCLA018WJPZ

* Use the power cord that corresponds to the wall outlet in your country.
• Operation manual (this manual (TINS-C220WJZZ) and CD-ROM (UDSKAA074WJZZ))

Optional accessories
■ 3 RCA to 15-pin D-sub cable (10n (3.0 m)) AN-C3CP2
■ DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor (5 57/64o (15 cm)) AN-A1RS
■ Remote receiver AN-MR2
■ Lamp unit AN-XR20LP (for XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-20S)
AN-XR10LP (for XR-10X/XR-10S)

Note
• Some of the optional accessories may not be available depending on the region. Please check with
your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.

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Part Names and Functions

Introduction
Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic
is explained.
Projector

Top View
Power Lamp indicator
indicator
27, 48 27, 48

48 Temperature warning
indicator

STANDBY/ON 27
button
For turning the
power on and 30 Volume buttons
putting the (–O/Q+)
projector into For adjusting the speaker
standby mode. sound level.

INPUT button (P/R)

ENTER button 37 30 For switching input mode
For setting 1, 2, 3 or 4.
items selected
or adjusted on
the menu. 37, 46 MENU/HELP button
For displaying
KEYSTONE 31 adjustment and
button setting screens, and
For entering help screen.
the Keystone
Correction Adjustment buttons
mode.
37
(P/R/O/Q)
For selecting menu items.
Front View

47 Intake vent

Focus ring 28 28 Zoom ring

For adjusting For enlarging/
the focus. reducing the picture.
15 Remote control
sensor

HEIGHT 29
ADJUST
lever
Push both sides of the lens cap
to attach or remove.

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 Part Names and Functions (Continued)
Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic
is explained.

Rear View
Terminals Refer to “INPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment” on page 21.
AUDIO (INPUT 1, 2) 23 25 OUTPUT (INPUT 1, 2)
terminal (Shared for terminal
24 (Shared computer RGB and
INPUT 1 and 2)
component signals output
terminal for INPUT 1 and 2)
Terminal for connecting a
monitor.
INPUT 1 and 23
INPUT 2 terminals
Terminals for 24 24 INPUT 3 terminal
computer RGB 25 Terminal for connect-
and component ing video equipment
signals. with an S-video
terminal.

26 RS-232C
terminal
Terminal for
controlling the
projector using
a computer.
AUDIO OUTPUT 21
terminal AUDIO (INPUT
Audio output 24
3, 4) terminal
terminal of 25 (Shared for
equipment INPUT 3 and 4)
connected to the
AUDIO INPUT
terminal. 25 INPUT 4 terminal
Terminal for
connecting video
equipment.
47 Exhaust vent

43 Speaker
Intake vent 47

Kensington Security
AC socket Standard connector
26
Rear adjustment 29 Connect the supplied
foot Power cord.

Using the Kensington Lock

• This projector has a Kensington Security Standard connector for use with a Kensington
MicroSaver Security System. Refer to the information that came with the system for
instructions on how to use it to secure the projector.

12
 Introduction
Numbers in Z refer to the main pages in this operation manual where the topic
is explained.

STANDBY button 27 27 ON button

For putting the For turning the power on.
projector into the
standby mode.

37 MENU/HELP button
KEYSTONE button 31 For displaying adjustment
For entering the 46 and setting screens, and
Keystone Correction help screen.
mode.
RETURN button 37
For returning to the 37 Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
previous menu screen • For selecting menu items.
during menu operations. • For adjusting the Keystone
FORWARD/BACK Correction when in the
Keystone Correction mode.
buttons
Same function as the 37 ENTER button
[Page Down] and [Page For setting items selected
Up] keys on a computer or adjusted on the menu.
keyboard when using the
optional Remote Receiver 34 FREEZE button
(AN-MR2). For freezing images.

BREAK TIMER 34
button 30 Volume buttons
For displaying the For adjusting the
break time. speaker sound level.

AV MUTE button 30 34 AUTO SYNC button

For temporarily For automatically adjusting
displaying the black images when connected
screen and turning to a computer.
off the sound.

32 RESIZE button
For switching the screen
size (NORMAL,
PICTURE MODE 34 BORDER, etc.).
button
For selecting the
appropriate picture. 30 INPUT 1, 2, 3 and 4
buttons
For switching to the
respective input modes.

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 Part Names and Functions (Continued)
Inserting the Batteries
1 Press the P mark on the cover and slide it in the
direction of the arrow.

2 Insert the batteries.

• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match
the m and n marks inside the battery compartment.

3 Attach the cover and slide it until it clicks into place.

Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode. Please
follow the precautions below.

Caution
• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
• Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the m and n marks inside the battery
compartment.
• Batteries of different types have different properties, therefore do not mix batteries of different types.
• Do not mix new and old batteries.
This may shorten the life of new batteries or may cause old batteries to leak.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control once they have run out, as leaving them in can cause them
to leak.
Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin, therefore ensure that you first wipe them and then
remove them using a cloth.
• The batteries included with this projector may run down in a short period, depending on how they are kept.
Be sure to replace them as soon as possible with new batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control if you will not be using the remote control for a long time.
• Comply with the rules (ordinance) of each local government when disposing of worn-out batteries.

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Usable Range

Introduction
Remote control sensor
The remote control can be used to control the
projector within the ranges shown in the illustra-
tion.

Note
• The signal from the remote control can be re-
flected off a screen for easy operation. How-
ever, the effective distance of the signal may
differ depending on the screen material. 30°
When using the remote control
• Ensure that you do not drop, expose to mois- Remote
ture or high temperature. control signal
• The remote control may malfunction under a transmitters
fluorescent lamp. In this case, move the pro- 30° 23n (7 m)
jector away from the fluorescent lamp.

Remote control

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 Quick Start
This section shows the basic operation (projector connecting with the computer). For details, see
the page described below for each step.

Setup and Projection

In this section, connection of the projector and the computer is explained using one example.

3 STANDBY/ON
8 8 STANDBY button
button

6 INPUT button

4 ENTER button 3 ON button

7 KEYSTONE button
7 KEYSTONE
button
4 ENTER button

4 Focus ring 6 INPUT 1 button

4 HEIGHT
ADJUST lever

1. Place the projector facing a wall or a screen _P. 18

2. Connect the projector to the computer and plug the power cord
into the AC socket of the projector

When connecting equipment other than the computer, see

pages 24 and 25. _PP. 21–26

3. Remove the lens cap and turn the projector on

On the projector On the remote control

_P. 27

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4. Adjust the projected image with the Setup Guide
1 After the projector turns on, the Setup Guide appears. (When “Setup Guide” is set to “On”. n
page 42)

2 Follow the steps in the Setup Guide and adjust the focus, screen size, and height (angle).
3 After adjusting the focus, height (angle) and screen size, press TENTER to finish the Setup
Guide.

Quick Start
_P. 28

5. Turn the computer on

6. Select the INPUT mode
Select the “INPUT 1” using the INPUT button on the projector or C INPUT 1 on the remote
control.
On the On the remote On-screen display (RGB)
projector control

• When pressing the INPUT button on the projector, input mode switches in the following
order: INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4
• When using the remote control, press the CINPUT 1/CINPUT 2/DINPUT 3/EINPUT
4 button to switch the INPUT mode. _P. 30

7. Correct trapezoidal distortion

Correcting trapezoidal distortion using the Keystone Correction. (Keystone Correction functions
automatically on XG-MB55X/XR-20X.)
On the projector
Shrinks Shrinks
upper side. lower side.

On the remote control

_P. 31

8. Turn the Power off

Press the STANDBY/ON button on the projector or the STANDBY button on the remote control,
and then press the button again while the confirmation message is displayed, to put the projector
into standby mode.
On-screen Display
On the On the remote
projector control

• Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet after the cooling fan stops.
_P. 27

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 Setting up the Projector
Setting up the Projector
For optimal image quality, position the projector perpendicular to the screen with the projector’s feet
flat and level. Doing so will eliminate the need for Keystone correction and provide the best image
quality. (See page 31.)

Standard Setup (Front Projection)

■ Place the projector at the required distance from the screen according
to the desired picture size. (See page 20.)

Example of standard setup

Side View

Screen

Lens center
L

Note
• Refer to page 20 for additional information concerning “Screen Size and Projection Distance”.

Ceiling-mount Setup
■ It is recommended that you use the optional
Sharp ceiling-mount bracket for this installa-
tion. Before mounting the projector, contact
your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center to obtain the rec-
ommended ceiling-mount bracket (sold sepa-
rately).
• AN-XRCM30 ceiling-mount bracket (for
U.S.A.).
• AN-60KT ceiling-mount bracket, its AN-
TK201 and AN-TK202 extension tubes (for
countries other than the U.S.A.).
■ Invert the image by setting “Ceiling + Front”
in “PRJ Mode”. See page 42 for use of this
function.

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Projection (PRJ) Mode
The projector can use any of the 4 projection modes, shown in the diagram below. Select the mode
most appropriate for the projection setting in use. (You can set the PRJ mode in “SCR-ADJ” menu.
See page 42.)

■ Table mounted, front projection ■ Ceiling mounted, front projection

Setup
Menu item ➞ “Front” Menu item ➞ “Ceiling + Front”
■ Table mounted, rear projection ■ Ceiling mounted, rear projection
(with a translucent screen) (with a translucent screen)

Menu item ➞ “Rear” Menu item ➞ “Ceiling + Rear”

Indication of the Projection Image Size and Projection Distance

Example: NORMAL Mode (4:3)
Picture Size
300"
240"
´180
"
200"
160
"´12
100" 0"
84" 80"´
60" 67"´ 60"
50"
48"´
36"

Projection
Distance
2. "
– 11

)
m
m 7'
4
.1 "–
(2 10

– 1"

)
m
6'

m 1'
4

4. "
3.
.9 1

– '3

)
(2 "–

1 "
m 13

8. '5
7

0
9'

– 6
.5 "–

)
m
m "–2
(3 '5
11

.0 0

)
– '8"
m
(7 '1

.1
22

m 9
12
4 3
0. "–
(1 '3
34

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 Setting up the Projector (Continued)
Screen Size and Projection Distance
NORMAL Mode (4:3)
Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center
Diag. [χ ] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] to the bottom of the image [H]
300
(762 cm) 610 cm (240
) 457 cm (180
) 10.4 m (34 3
) 12.1 m (39 8
) 48 cm (19 5/64
)
270
(686 cm) 549 cm (216
) 411 cm (162
) 9.4 m (30 10
) 10.9 m (35 8
) 44 cm (17 11/64
)
250
(635 cm) 508 cm (200
) 381 cm (150
) 8.7 m (28 7
) 10.1 m (33 1
) 40 cm (15 57/64
)
200
(508 cm) 406 cm (160
) 305 cm (120
) 7.0 m (22 10
) 8.1 m (26 5
) 32 cm (12 23/32
)
150
(381 cm) 305 cm (120
) 229 cm (90
) 5.2 m (17 2
) 6.0 m (19 10
) 24 cm (9 17/32
)
100
(254 cm) 203 cm (80
) 152 cm (60
) 3.5 m (11 5
) 4.0 m (13 3
) 16 cm (6 23/64
)
84
(213 cm) 171 cm (67
) 128 cm (50
) 2.9 m (9 7
) 3.4 m (11 1
) 14 cm (5 11/32
)
72
(183 cm) 146 cm (58
) 110 cm (43
) 2.5 m (8 3
) 2.9 m (9 6
) 12 cm (4 37/64
)
60
(152 cm) 122 cm (48
) 91 cm (36
) 2.1 m (6 10
) 2.4 m (7 11
) 10 cm (3 13/16
)
40
(102 cm) 81 cm (32
) 61 cm (24
) 1.4 m (4 7
) 1.6 m (5 3
) 6 cm (2 35/64
)

χ : Picture size (diag.) (in/cm) The formula for picture size and projection distance
L: Projection distance (m/ft) [m/cm] [Feet/inches]
L1: Minimum projection distance (m/ft) L1 (m) = 0.03482χ L1 (ft) = 0.03482χ / 0.3048
L2: Maximum projection distance (m/ft) L2 (m) = 0.04029 χ L2 (ft) = 0.04029χ / 0.3048
H: Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image (cm/in) H (cm) = - 0.16151χ H (in) = - 0.16151χ / 2.54

STRETCH Mode (16:9)

Picture (Screen) size Projection distance [L] Distance from the lens center to Adjustable range of
Diag. [χ ] Width Height Minimum [L1] Maximum [L2] the bottom of the image [H] image position [S]
250
(635 cm) 553 cm (218
) 311 cm (123
) 9.5 m (31 1
) 11.0 m (36 0
) 96 cm (37 3/4
) 52 cm (20 27/64
)
225
(572 cm) 498 cm (196
) 280 cm (110
) 8.5 m (28 0
) 9.9 m (32 5
) 86 cm (33 31/32
) 47 cm (18 25/64
)
200
(508 cm) 443 cm (174
) 249 cm (98
) 7.6 m (24 11
) 8.8 m (28 10
) 77 cm (30 13/64
) 42 cm (16 11/32
)
150
(381 cm) 332 cm (131
) 187 cm (74
) 5.7 m (18 8
) 6.6 m (21 7
) 58 cm (22 41/64
)
31 cm (12 1/4
)
133
(338 cm) 294 cm (116
) 166 cm (65
) 5.0 m (16 7
) 5.8 m (19 2
) 51 cm (20 5/64
) 28 cm (10 7/8
)
106
(269 cm) 235 cm (92
) 132 cm (52
) 4.0 m (13 2
) 4.7 m (15 3
) 41 cm (16
) 22 cm (8 21/32
)
100
(254 cm) 221 cm (87
) 125 cm (49
) 3.8 m (12 5
) 4.4 m (14 5
) 38 cm (15 3/32
) 21 cm (8 11/64
)
92
(234 cm) 204 cm (80
) 115 cm (45
) 3.5 m (11 5
) 4.0 m (13 3
) 35 cm (13 57/64
) 19 cm (7 33/64
)
84
(213 cm) 186 cm (73
) 105 cm (41
) 3.2 m (10 5
) 3.7 m (12 1
) 32 cm (12 11/16
) 17 cm (6 55/64
)
72
(183 cm) 159 cm (63
) 90 cm (35
) 2.7 m (9 0
) 3.2 m (10 4
) 28 cm (10 7/8
) 15 cm (5 57/64
)
60
(152 cm) 133 cm (52
) 75 cm (29
) 2.3 m (7 6
) 2.6 m (8 8
) 23 cm (9 1/16
) 12 cm (4 29/32
)
40
(102 cm) 89 cm (35
) 50 cm (20
) 1.5 m (5 0
) 1.8 m (5 9
) 15 cm (6 3/64
)  8 cm (3 17/64
)
χ : Picture size (diag.) (in/cm) The formula for picture size and projection distance
L: Projection distance (m/ft) [m/cm] [Feet/inches]
L1: Minimum projection distance (m/ft) L1 (m) = 0.03794χ L1 (ft) = 0.03794χ / 0.3048
L2: Maximum projection distance (m/ft) L2 (m) = 0.04389χ L2 (ft) = 0.04389χ / 0.3048
H: Distance from the lens center to the bottom of the image (cm/in) H (cm) = - 0.3835χ H (in) = - 0.3835χ / 2.54
S: Adjustable range of image position (cm/in) See page 41. S (cm) = ±0.20754 χ S (in) = ±0.20754χ / 2.54

Note
• Refer to page 18 concerning “Projection distance (L)” and “Distance from the lens center to the
bottom of the image (H)”.
• Allow a margin of error in the values in the diagrams above.
• Values with a minus (-) sign indicate the distance from the lens center below the bottom of the
image.

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Connections
INPUT Terminals and Connectable Main Equipment

INPUT 1, 2 terminal
■ Connecting the computer. (See page 23.)
■ Connecting video equipment with compo-
nent output terminal (DVD player, DTV
decoder, DVD recorder with hard disc,
etc.). (See page 24.)
COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT
OUTPUT terminal
Connecting the monitor when you want
to simultaneously watch the projection
image on the monitor. (See page 25.)

AUDIO (INPUT 1, 2) terminal AUDIO (INPUT 3, 4) terminal

Connecting an audio cable Connecting an audio cable
(Shared audio input terminal for (Shared audio input terminal
INPUT 1 and 2). (See pages 23 for INPUT 3 and 4). (See
and 24.) pages 24 and 25.)

Rear View

Connections
RS-232C terminal
Connecting the computer to
control the projector. (See
INPUT 3 terminal
page 26.)
Connecting video equipment with
S-video output terminal (VCR, DVD
player, etc.). (See page 24.)

AUDIO OUTPUT terminal

Connecting to an amplifier or other
audio equipment with an audio cable
(commercially available) (Shared
audio output terminal for INPUT 1, 2,
3 and 4). INPUT 4 terminal
Use an audio cable with ø3.5 mm Connecting video equipment without S-
minijack plug to connect to this video output terminal. (See page 25.)
terminal.

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 Samples of Cables for Connection
• For more details of connection and cables, refer to the operation manual of the connecting equipment.
• You may need other cables or connectors not listed below.
Input Terminal on the
Equipment Cable
Signal projector
Computer RGB cable (supplied) INPUT1, 2
RGB
video

ø3.5 mm stereo audio cable AUDIO INPUT

(commercially available or available as Sharp
Computer service part QCNWGA038WJPZ)
audio

Audio-visual 3 RCA (Component) to 15-pin D-sub cable INPUT1, 2

equipment Compo- (optional, AN-C3CP2)
nent
video

S-video cable (commercially available) INPUT3

S-video

Video cable (commercially available) INPUT4

Video

ø3.5 mm minijack to RCA audio cable AUDIO INPUT

(commercially available)
Audio or
or

Camera/ Cables for a camera or a video game/3 RCA INPUT1, 2

video game (Component) to 15-pin D-sub cable (optional,
Compo- AN-C3CP2)
nent
video
RCA adaptor plug
(commercially available)
Cables for a camera INPUT3
or a video game
S-video

Cables for a camera INPUT4

or a video game
Video

Cables for a camera or a video game/ø3.5 AUDIO INPUT

mm minijack to RCA audio cable (commer-
cially available) RCA adaptor plug
Audio (commercially available) or

or connect directly to
AUDIO (INPUT 3, 4).
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Connecting to a Computer
Before connecting, ensure that the power cord of the projector is unplugged from the AC
outlet and turn off the devices to be connected. After making all connections, turn on the
projector and then the other devices. When connecting a computer, ensure that it is the last
device to be turned on after all the connections are made.
Ensure that you have read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected before making
connections.

Supplied
accessory RGB Cable

To audio output terminal

Computer
To RGB output terminal
To INPUT1 terminal To AUDIO
(INPUT1, 2)
terminal

Connections
* ø3.5 mm stereo or RGB Cable
mono audio cable
(commercially
available or
available as Sharp
service part
QCNWGA038WJPZ) * When using the ø3.5 mm mono audio cable, the volume level will be half of
when using the ø3.5 mm stereo audio cable.

Note
• See page 58 “Computer Compatibility Chart” for a list of computer signals compatible with the projec-
tor. Use with computer signals other than those listed may cause some of the functions to not work.
• A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers. Contact your near-
est Macintosh Dealer.
• Depending on the computer you are using, an image may not be projected unless the
computer’s external output port is switched on. (e.g. Press “Fn” and “F5” keys simultaneously
when using a SHARP notebook computer). Refer to the specific instructions in your computer's
operation manual to enable your computer’s external output port.

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 Connecting to Video Equipment
The projector is equipped with input terminals that support component, S-video, and video signals.
See the illustration below to connect with the audio-visual equipment.
The image quality is highest in the order of the component signal, the S-video signal and the video
signal. If your audio-visual equipment has a component output terminal, use the COMPUTER/
COMPONENT terminal (INPUT1 or INPUT 2) on the projector for video connection.
When using a 3 RCA (Component) to 15-pin D-sub cable (INPUT1 or INPUT2)
To audio output terminal
To component output (Y, CB/PB, CR/PR) terminal
To INPUT1
DVD, etc. terminal To AUDIO
(INPUT1, 2)
terminal

3 RCA (Component)
to 15-pin D-sub cable
(optional: AN-C3CP2)

ø3.5 mm minijack to RCA

audio cable (commercially
available)

When using an S-video cable (INPUT3)

To audio output terminal

To S-video output terminal DVD, etc.

To AUDIO
To INPUT3 (INPUT3, 4)
terminal terminal

S-video cable
RCA audio cable (com- (commercially available)
mercially available)

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When using a composite video cable
(INPUT4)
To audio output terminal

To video output terminal DVD, etc.

To INPUT4 To AUDIO (INPUT

terminal 3, 4) terminal

Composite video cable

RCA audio cable (com- (commercially available)
mercially available)

Connections
Connecting to a Monitor with RGB Input Terminal
You can display computer images on both the projector and a separate monitor using two sets of
RGB cables.
Computer Monitor

To INPUT 1 To OUTPUT
terminal To RGB
To RGB output (INPUT 1, 2) input
terminal terminal terminal

RGB cable RGB cable (commercially available)

Note
• RGB signals and Component signals can be output to the monitor.
• For this connection, another RGB cable (commercially available) is required.

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 Controlling the Projector by a Computer
When the RS-232C terminal on the projector is connected to a computer with a DIN-D-sub RS-
232C adaptor* (optional: AN-A1RS) and an RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commercially
available), the computer can be used to control the projector and check the status of the projector.
See page 54 for detail.
When connecting to a computer using an RS-232C serial control cable and a DIN-
D-sub RS-232C adaptor To RS-232C terminal

Computer
To RS-232C terminal

DIN-D-sub RS-232C
adaptor* (optional:
AN-A1RS)
* This adaptor is only supplied
with XG-MB55X.

RS-232C serial control cable (cross type, commercially available)

Note
• The RS-232C function may not operate if your computer terminal is not correctly set up. Refer to the
operation manual of the computer for details.
• See page 53 for connection of an RS-232C serial control cable.

Info
• Do not connect the RS-232C cable to a port other than the RS-232C terminal on the computer. This
may damage your computer or projector.
• Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C serial control cable to or from the computer while it is on.
This may damage your computer.

Supplied
Power cord
accessory
Connecting the Power
Cord
Plug the supplied power cord into the
AC socket on the rear of the projector.

AC socket
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Turning the Projector On/Off

Info
• English is the factory default language. If you
Turning the Projector on want to change the on-screen display to another
language, change the language according to
Note that the connections to external equip- the procedure on page 42.
ment and power outlet should be done be-
fore performing the operations written be- Lamp indicator
low. (See pages 23 to 26.)
Remove the lens cap and press
S STANDBY/ON on the projector or
fON on the remote control. Power indicator
• When System Lock is set, the keycode input box
appears. To cancel the keycode setting, input the
keycode that you have already set. See page 44
for details. STANDBY/ON button

Note
• About the Lamp Indicator
The lamp indicator illuminates to indicate the status of the
lamp.
Green: The lamp is on.
Blinking in green: The lamp is warming up or shut-
ting down.
Red: The lamp is shut down abnormally or the
lamp should be replaced. STANDBY
• When switching on the projector, a slight flickering of the button
image may be experienced within the first minute after the
lamp has been illuminated. This is normal operation as the
lamp’s control circuitry is stabilising the lamp output char-
acteristics. It should not be regarded as faulty operation.
• If the projector is put into standby mode and immediately

Operation
turned on again, the lamp may take some time to start pro-
ON button

Basic
jection.

On-screen Display (confirmation message)

Turning the Power off (Putting
the Projector into Standby Mode)
Press SSTANDBY/ON on the pro-
1 jector or eSTANDBY on the re-
mote control, then press that but-
ton again while the confirmation
message is displayed, to put the R
projector into standby mode.
Unplug the power cord from the AC
2 outlet after the cooling fan stops. Info
• The power indicator on the projector
blinks in green while cooling. • Do not unplug the power cord during projection
• The power indicator changes to red when or cooling fan operation. This can cause dam-
the projector finishes cooling. age due to rise in internal temperature, as the
cooling fan also stops.

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 Image Projection
Setup Guide screen

About the Setup Guide

After turning on the projector, the Setup
Guide screen appears to assist you with
projector setup.
Guidance items
1 FOCUS
2 HEIGHT ADJUST
3 ZOOM
Press TENTER to exit the Setup Guide
screen.

Note
• The Setup Guide screen automatically high-
lights the items in the following order:
1 FOCUS 2 HEIGHT ADJUST STANDBY/ON
button
4 ENTER 3 ZOOM
However, you can adjust the focus, height
(angle), or zoom regardless of the highlighted
item. ENTER button
• If you do not want to display the Setup Guide
for the next time, set “Menu” - “SCR - ADJ” -
“Setup Guide” to “Off”. (See page 42.)

Zoom ring

Adjusting the Projected Image

1 Adjusting the Focus

You can adjust the focus with the focus
ring on the projector.
Rotate the focus ring to adjust the fo-
cus while watching the projected image.
2 Adjusting the Screen Size
Focus ring
You can adjust the screen size using
the zoom ring on the projector.
Rotate the zoom ring to enlarge or
shrink the screen size.

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3 Adjusting the Height

The height of the projector can be ad-

justed using the adjustment feet at the
front and rear of the projector.
When the screen is above the projec-
tor, the projection image can be made
higher by adjusting the projector.

1 Lift the projector to adjust its HEIGHT

ADJUST lever
height while lifting the HEIGHT
ADJUST lever.

2 Remove your hands from the

HEIGHT ADJUST lever of the pro-
jector after its height has been
finely adjusted.
• The angle of projection is adjustable up
to 8 degrees from the surface on which
the projector is placed.

Make small
adjustments.

Operation
Basic
3 Use the rear adjustment foot to
make the projector level.
• The projector is adjustable ±1 degree
from the standard position.

Note
• When adjusting the height of the projector,
trapezoidal distortion occurs. Follow the pro-
cedures in Keystone Correction to correct the
distortion. (See pages 31 and 41.) Rear adjustment foot

Info
• Do not apply too much pressure on the pro-
jector when the front adjustment foot comes
out.
• When lowering the projector, be careful not to
get your fingers caught in the area between
the adjustment foot and the projector.
• Hold the projector firmly while lifting or carry-
ing.
• Do not hold by the lens area.
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 Image Projection (Continued)

Switching the Input Mode

Select the appropriate input mode for
the connected equipment.
PressC INPUT 1, C INPUT 2,
DINPUT 3 or EINPUT 4 on the remote AV MUTE button
control to select the input mode.
• When pressing INPUT (P/R) on the projector,
input mode switches in the following order: Volume buttons
INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 .
• When “Auto Search” is set to “On”, INPUT (P/
R) on the projector functions as the Auto Search
buttons. (See page 43.)

INPUT
buttons
Adjusting the Volume
Press K/L on the remote control or
–O/Q+ on the projector to adjust the vol-
ume.

Note On-screen Display

• Pressing K/–O will lower the volume.
• Pressing L/Q+ will raise the volume.
• When the projector is connected to external
equipment, the volume level of the external equip-
ment changes in accordance with the volume
level of the projector. Set the projector’s volume
to the lowest level when turning the projector on/
off or changing the input signal.
• When you do not want to output the sound from
the projector’s speaker while the projector is con-
nected to external equipment, set “Speaker” in
“PRJ-ADJ” menu to “Off”. (See page 43.)

Displaying the Black Screen

and Turning off the Sound
Temporarily
Press MAV MUTE on the remote con-
trol to temporarily display a black On-screen Display
screen and turn off the sound.

Note
• Pressing MAV MUTE again will turn the projected
image back on.

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 KEYSTONE button
Correcting Trapezoidal
Distortion
When the image is projected either from
the top or from the bottom towards the
screen at an angle, the image becomes Adjustment buttons
distorted trapezoidally. The function for (P/R/O/Q)
correcting trapezoidal distortion is RETURN button
called Keystone Correction.

Note
• The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up
to an angle of approximately ±13 degrees and
the screen can also be set up to an angle of
approximately ±13 degrees (when the resize
mode is set to “NORMAL” (see page 32)).

R On-screen display
1 Press g KEYSTONE to enter the (Keystone Correction mode)
Keystone Correction mode. Keystone 0
• You can also display the on-screen dis- ADJ. END
play of the Keystone Correction mode
with d KEYSTONE on the projector. Shrinks upper side.
(Move the slide bar in the + direction.)
2 Press P/Q or O/R to adjust the
Keystone Correction.
• You can also adjust the Keystone Cor-
rection using the adjustment buttons on
the projector.

Operation
Basic
Note Shrinks lower side.
• Press l RETURN while the on-screen dis- (Move the slide bar in the - direction.)
play of the Keystone Correction mode is on
the screen to return to the default setting.

3 Press g KEYSTONE.
• The on-screen display of the Keystone
Correction mode will disappear.
• You can also use d KEYSTONE on the
projector.
When using XG-MB55X or XR-20X
• The projector automatically detects tilt and the
AUTO KEYSTONE feature automatically cor-
rects trapezoidal distortion.
Info
• While adjusting the image using Keystone
Correction, straight lines and the edges of the
image may appear jagged.
Note
• Automatic Keystone Correction may not work well in some
cases, such as when the screen is leaning, temperature is
extremely high or low, or zoom is at maximum or mini-
mum. In these cases, fine adjust the Keystone Correction
following steps 1 to 3.
• You can select “On” or “Off” for the Auto Keystone Correc-
tion mode. (See page 41.)
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Resize Mode
This function allows you to modify or customize the resize mode to enhance the input image. De-
pending on the input signal, you can choose “NORMAL”, “BORDER” or “STRETCH” image.
Press HRESIZE.
• See page 41 for setting on menu screen.
RESIZE button

Computer
NORMAL BORDER STRETCH
XG-MB55X/ XG-MB55X/ XG-MB55X/
XR-20S/10S XR-20S/10S XR-20S/10S
XR-20X/10X XR-20X/10X XR-20X/10X
SVGA (800 K 600)
XGA (1024 K 768)
4:3 aspect ratio SXGA (1280 K 960)
1024 K 768 800 K 600 768 K 576 600 K 450 1024 K 576 800 K 450

SXGA L (1400 K 1050)

SXGA (1280 K 1024) 1024 K 768 800 K 600 768 K 576 600 K 450 1024 K 576 800 K 450
Other aspect ratios 1280 K 720 J J J J 1024 K 576 800 K 450

Input Signal Output screen image

Computer
XG-MB55X/ XR-20S/10S Image type NORMAL BORDER STRETCH
XR-20X/10X

Resolution Resolution
lower than lower than
XGA SVGA

XGA SVGA
4:3 aspect ratio

Resolution Resolution
higher than higher than
XGA SVGA

SXGA
(1280K1024)
5:4 aspect ratio

1280K720
16:9 aspect ratio

* Mode for projecting an image with the original : Cutout area on which images cannot be projected.
aspect ratio without cutting any portions.

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 VIDEO

• “STRETCH” is fixed when 540P, 720P or 1080I signals are entered.

Input Signal Output screen image

DVD / Video Image type NORMAL BORDER STRETCH

4:3 aspect ratio

480I, 480P, 576I, Letter box

576P, NTSC, PAL,
SECAM

Squeezed 16:9 image

Squeezed 4:3 image

Operation
Basic
16:9 aspect ratio
540P, 720P, 1080I

16:9 aspect ratio

(4:3 aspect ratio in
16:9 screen)
* Mode for projecting an image with the original aspect ratio without cutting any portions.
: Cutout area on which images cannot be projected.
: Area on which the image is not included in the original signals.

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 Operating with the Remote Control
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)

Auto Sync
BREAK TIMER (Auto Sync Adjustment)
button
Auto Sync function works when detect-
FREEZE button ing input signal after the projector turns
on.
Press FAUTO SYNC to manually ad-
PICTURE MODE just with Auto Sync function.
button
Note
• When the optimum image cannot be achieved
AUTO SYNC with Auto Sync adjustment, use the help menu
button for manual adjustments. (See page 46.)

Displaying and Setting the Freezing a Moving Image

Break Timer
1 Press NFREEZE.
• The projected image is frozen.
1 Press k BREAK TIMER.
• The timer starts to count down from 5 Press NFREEZE again to return
minutes. 2 to the moving image from the cur-
ROn-screen display rently connected device.

Press P /R /O /Q to adjust the

2 length of the break time.
• Increases with P or Q Selecting the Picture Mode
5 minutes s 6 minutes s 60 minutes
• Shortens with O or R
4 minutes s 3 minutes s1 minute You can select the appropriate picture
• The break time can be set in units of one mode for the projected image, such as
minute (up to 60 minutes). movie or video game.

Canceling the break time display function Press GPICTURE MODE.

• When pressing GPICTURE MODE, the picture
Press k BREAK TIMER. mode changes in the following order:
Standard Presentation Movie Game sRGB *
Note
• Break Timer does not function while the pro- Note
jector is operating the “Auto Sync”, “FREEZE” • See page 39 for details on the picture mode.
or “AV MUTE” functions.
* “sRGB” is displayed only when RGB signal is
input.

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Menu Items
The following shows the items that can be set in the projector.
Main menu Sub menu
“Picture” menu Picture Picture Mode Standard
Presentation
Page 39 Page 39 Movie
INPUT 1 (RGB)/INPUT2 (RGB) Game
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help sRGB*1

Picture Mode Standard

Contrast -30 +30
Contrast 0
Bright 0 Bright -30 +30
Red 0 Red -30 +30 *1
Blue 0
Blue -30 +30 *1
CLR Temp 7500K
Bright Boost 1 Color -30 +30 *2
Lamp Setting Bright Tint -30 +30 *2*6
Reset
Sharp -30 +30 *2
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END Page 40
INPUT 1 (Component)/INPUT 2 CLR Temp 5500K
(Component)/INPUT 3/INPUT 4 Page 40
6500K
7500K
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help 8500K
9300K
Picture Mode Standard 10500K
Contrast 0
Bright Boost [0/1/2]
Bright 0
Color 0 Page 40
Tint 0 Progressive 2D Progressive
Sharp 0 *2 3D Progressive
CLR Temp 7500K Page 40 Film Mode

Bright Boost 1 Lamp Setting Bright

Progressive 3D Progressive Eco + Quiet
Lamp Setting Bright
Page 40
Reset Reset
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END Main menu Sub menu
SCR - ADJ Resize Normal
Border
“Screen adjustment (SCR-ADJ)” menu Page 41 Page 41 Stretch
Image Shift
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help -96 +96 *3
-75 +75 *4
Resize Normal
Image Shift 0 Page 41
Keystone 0
Keystone
Auto Keystone Off
-127 +127 *3
OSD Display On -100 +100 *4
Background Logo
Setup Guide On
Page 41
PRJ Mode Front Auto Keystone [On/Off] *5
Language English
Page 41
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END OSD Display [On/Off]

Page 42
• You can adjust the menu items with icons ( , ,
Features
Useful

Background Logo
and ) using the respective buttons on the re- Blue
mote control. Page 42 None

*1 Items when inputting RGB signal through INPUT 1 or Setup Guide [On/Off]

INPUT 2. Page 42
*2 Items when inputting component signal through INPUT 1 or PRJ Mode Front
INPUT 2, or when selecting INPUT 3 or INPUT 4. Page 42
Ceiling + Front
Rear
*3 Adjustment range for XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-10X. Ceiling + Rear
4
* Adjustment range for XR-20S/XR-10S. English
Language
*5 An item which appears in the menu when using XG-MB55X Deutsch
or XR-20X. Page 42 Español
Nederlands
*6 “Tone” will appear on the menu screen only when PAL or Français
SECAM signals are input (including when forcibly changed Italiano
Svenska
to those input signals). There is basically no need to adjust Português
“Tone”, but you can adjust the picture tone with this
adjustment when inputting PAL or SECAM signals.

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 Menu Items (Continued)
“Projection adjustment (PRJ-ADJ)” menu
Main menu Sub menu
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help PRJ - ADJ Auto Search [On/Off]
Auto Search On Page 43 Page 43
Auto Sync On
Auto Sync [On/Off]
Auto Power Off On
System Sound On Page 43
Speaker On
Auto Power Off [On/Off]
RS-232C 9600 bps
Fan Mode Normal Page 43
System Lock System Sound [On/Off]

Lamp Timer(Life) 0 h 100%

Page 43
Speaker [On/Off]
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END Page 43
RS-232C 9600 bps
115200 bps
Page 44
Fan Mode Normal
High
Page 44
System Lock Old Code
New Code
Page 44 Reconfirm
Lamp Timer(Life)

Page 44

“Help” menu The items you can set with “Help”

menu
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help
“Help” menu n Page 46
There is no picture or audio • Vertical stripes or flickering image appear
Vertical stripes or flickering image appear Auto Sync
Data image is not centered Adjust vertical noise
Color is faded or poor Adjust horizontal noise
Picture is dark
The image is distorted
• Data image is not centered
Auto Sync
Reset all adjustments to default settings H-Pos
V-Pos
SEL. ENTER END
• Color is faded or poor
INPUT 1 or INPUT 2
Signal type: Auto/RGB/Component
INPUT 3 or INPUT 4
Video System: A u t o / P A L / S E C A M /
NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL-
M/PAL-N/PAL-60
* The selectable items vary depending on the in-
put signal and the selected input mode.

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Using the Menu Screen

ENTER button

Adjustment buttons (P/R/O/Q)

MENU/HELP button
Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)
MENU/HELP
button

ENTER button

RETURN button

• Press l RETURN to
return to the previous
screen when the menu
is displayed.

Menu Selections (Adjustments)

Example: Adjusting “Bright”.
• This operation can also be performed by using the buttons on the projector.

1 Press BMENU.
• The “Picture” menu screen for the se-
Example: “Picture” screen menu for INPUT 1
(RGB) mode
lected input mode is displayed. Menu item

2 Press Q or O and select “Picture” Picture

Picture Mode
SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ
Standard
Help

to adjust.
Contrast 0
Features
Useful

Bright 0
Red 0
Blue 0
CLR Temp 7500K
Bright Boost 1
Lamp Setting Bright
Reset

SEL./ADJ. ENTER END

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 Using the Menu Screen (Continued)
3 Press P or R and select “Bright” Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help
to adjust. Picture Mode Standard
• The selected item is highlighted. Contrast 0
Bright 0
Red 0
Blue 0
CLR Temp 7500K
Bright Boost 1
Lamp Setting Bright
Reset

SEL./ADJ. Single ADJ END

Items to be adjusted

Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help

Resize Normal
Image Shift 0
Keystone 0
Auto Keystone Off

To adjust the projected

image while watching it
Press hENTER.
• The selected item (e.g. “Bright”) is dis- The item displayed by itself
played by itself at the bottom of the Picture
screen.
Bright 0
• When pressing P or R, the following item
SEL./ADJ. Rtn. Menu END
(“Red” after “Bright”) will be displayed.

Note
• Press hENTER again to return to the
previous screen.

4 Press O or Q to adjust the item Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help
selected. Picture Mode Standard
• The adjustment is stored. Contrast 0
Bright 15
Red 0
Blue 0
CLR Temp 7500K
Bright Boost 1
Lamp Setting Bright
Reset

SEL./ADJ. Single ADJ END

5 Press BMENU/HELP.
• The menu screen will disappear.

Note
• Menu buttons do not function while the projector is operating the “Auto Sync”, “Break Time”,
“FREEZE”, or “AV MUTE” functions.
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Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu)
Menu operation n Page 37
Q Example: “Picture” screen menu for Q Example: “Picture” screen menu for
INPUT 1 (RGB) mode INPUT 3 mode
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help
Picture Mode Standard Picture Mode Standard
Contrast 0 Contrast 0
Bright 0 Bright 0
Red 0 Color 0
Blue 0 Tint 0
CLR Temp 7500K Sharp 0
Bright Boost 1 CLR Temp 7500K
Lamp Setting Bright Bright Boost 1
Reset Progressive 3D Progressive
Lamp Setting Bright
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END Reset
SEL./ADJ. ENTER END

1 Selecting the Picture Mode

The default settings of each item when selecting Picture Mode
Selectable CLR Temp
Description
items XR-20X/XR-20S/ Bright Boost Lamp Setting
XG-MB55X XR-10X/XR-10S
Standard For standard image 8500K 7500K 1 Bright
Presentation Brightens portions of image for 8500K 7500K 2 Bright
more enhanced presentations.
Movie Gives natural tint to the 6500K 6500K 0 Eco + Quiet
projected image.
Game Gives sharpness to the 8500K 7500K 2 Bright
projected image.
*sRGB For high fidelity reproduction of – – – Bright
images from a computer.
• “sRGB” is displayed only when RGB signal is input.
• You can set or adjust each item in the “Picture” menu to your preference. Any changes you make are
retained in memory.

Note
• You can also press G PICTURE MODE on the remote control to select the picture mode. (See
page 34.)
Features

• *sRGB is an international standard of color reproduction regulated by the IEC (International

Useful

Electrotechnical Commission). As the fixed color area has been decided by the IEC, the images are
displayed in a natural tint based on an original image, when “sRGB” is selected.
For additional information about the sRGB function, visit “http://www.srgb.com/”.
You cannot set the items, “Red”, “Blue”, “CLR Temp”, “Bright Boost”, when “sRGB” is selected.

Info
• When “sRGB” is selected, the projected image may become dark, but this does not indicate a
malfunction.

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 Picture Adjustment (“Picture” menu)
(Continued)
Menu operation n Page 37

2 Adjusting the Image 4 Progressive

Adjustment O button Q button Selectable
Description
Items items
Contrast For less For more 2D Useful to display fast-moving images
contrast. contrast. Progressive such as sports.
Bright For less For more 3D Useful to display relatively slow-
brightness. brightness. Progressive moving images such as drama and
Red*1 For weaker red. For stronger red. documentary more clearly.
Blue*1 For weaker For stronger Film Mode Reproduces the image of film source*
blue. blue. clearly. Displays the optimized image of
film transformed with three-two pull down
Color*2 For less color For more color (NTSC and PAL60Hz) or two-two pull
intensity. intensity. down (PAL50Hz and SECAM) enhance-
Tint*2 *3 For making skin For making skin ment to progressive mode images.
tones purplish. tones greenish.
* The film source is a digital video recording with the
Sharp*2 For less For more original encoded as is at 24 frames/second. The
sharpness. sharpness. projector can convert this film source to progres-
Bright Boost*1 For high fidelity For more sive video at 60 frames/second with NTSC and
color reproduc- vividness. PAL60Hz or at 50 frames/second with PAL50Hz
tion. and SECAM to play back a high-definition image.
*1 Not adjustable/selectable when selecting
“sRGB”. Note
*2 Not displayed in the RGB input mode. • In NTSC or PAL60Hz, even if the 3D Progres-
*3 “Tone” will appear on the menu screen only when sive mode has been set, the three-two pull
PAL or SECAM signals are input (including when down enhancement will be enabled automati-
forcibly changed to those input signals). There is cally when the film source has been entered.
basically no need to adjust “Tone”, but you can • When the image is blurred or noisy, switch to
adjust the picture tone with this adjustment when
the optimal mode.
inputting PAL or SECAM signals .
• When using progressive inputs, inputs are di-
rectly displayed so that 2D Progressive, 3D
Note Progressive and Film Mode cannot be se-
• “Bright Boost” and “CLR Temp” cannot be set lected.
when “sRGB” is selected.
• To reset all adjustment items, select “Reset”
and press hENTER.

3 Adjusting the Color 5 Lamp Setting

Temperature Power
Select-
Bright- Fan consumption
able Lamp Life
Selectable ness sound (When using
Description items
items AC 100V)
Eco + Approx. Low 305W Approx.
5500K For lower color temperature for Quiet 87% 3,000
6500K warmer, reddish incandescent-like hours
7500K images. P
8500K 100% Normal 350W Approx.
9300K R Bright 2,000
10500K For higher color temperature for hours
cooler, bluish, fluorescent-like images.
Note
Note • When “Lamp Setting” is set to “Eco+Quiet”,
• Values on “CLR Temp” are only for general the power consumption will decrease and the
standard purposes. lamp life will extend. (Projection brightness
decreases approximately 13%.)
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Adjusting the Projected Image
(“SCR - ADJ” menu)
Menu operation n Page 37
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help
1 Resize Normal
2 Image Shift 0
3 Keystone 0
Auto Keystone Off
4 OSD Display On
5 Background Logo
6 Setup Guide On
7 PRJ Mode Front
8 Language English

SEL./ADJ. ENTER END

“Auto Keystone” can be operated only when using XG-MB55X or XR-20X.

*
1 Setting the Resize Mode 3 Keystone Correction
When the image is projected either from the top
Note or from the bottom towards the screen at an
angle, the image becomes distorted
• For details of the Resize mode, see pages 32 trapezoidally. The function for correcting trap-
and 33.
ezoidal distortion is called Keystone Correction.
• You can also press HRESIZE on the remote
control to set the resize mode. (See page 32.)
a When using XG-MB55X or XR-20X
For Auto Keystone Correction
2 Adjusting the Image Set “Auto Keystone” on the “SCR - ADJ”
Position menu to “On”.
For Manual Keystone Correction
You can move the projected image vertically. Set “Auto Keystone” on the “SCR - ADJ”
menu to “Off”, select “Keystone”, and
then adjust with the slide bar.
Manual Correction
Q or P button O or R button

O button Q button
Features
Useful

a When using XR-20S, XR-10X or XR-10S

Select “Keystone” on the “SCR-ADJ”
menu and adjust with the slide bar.
See page 31 for details of Keystone Correction.
Note
• You cannot set this item when “Resize” is set
to “Normal”. Note
• The Keystone Correction can be adjusted up
to an angle of approximately ±13 degrees with
the “Auto Keystone” and up to an angle of
approximately ±13 degrees with the manual
“Keystone” (when “Resize” is set to “Normal”).

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 Adjusting the Projected Image (“SCR - ADJ” menu) (Continued)
Menu operation n Page 37

4 Setting On-screen 7 Reversing/Inverting

Display Projected Images
Selectable Selectable items Description
Description
items
Front Normal image (Projected from
On All On-screen Displays are displayed. the front of the screen)
Off INPUT/VOLUME/AV MUTE/FREEZE/ Ceiling + Front Inverted image (Projected
AUTO SYNC/RESIZE/PICTURE MODE/ from the front of the screen
“An invalid button has been pressed.” with an inverted projector)
are not displayed.
Rear Reversed image (Projected
from the rear of the screen or
with a mirror)
Ceiling + Rear Reversed and inverted image
(Projected with a mirror)

See page 19 for details of Projection (PRJ) Mode.

5 Selecting the Background 8 Selecting the On-screen

Image Display Language
Selectable items Description The projector can switch the on-screen display
Logo Sharp logo screen language among 11 languages.
Blue Blue screen
English
None — Deutsch
Español
Nederlands
6 Selecting the Setup Français
Italiano
Guide Svenska
Português
Selectable items Description
On Displaying the Setup Guide
when turning the projector on.
Off Not displaying the Setup
Guide.

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Adjusting the Projector Function (“PRJ - ADJ” menu)
Menu operation n Page 37
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help
Auto Search On
Auto Sync On
Auto Power Off On
System Sound On
Speaker On
RS-232C 9600 bps
Fan Mode Normal
System Lock

Lamp Timer(Life) 0 h 100%

SEL./ADJ. ENTER END

1 Auto Search Function 3 Auto Power Off

This function automatically searches for and Function
switches to the input mode in which signals are
being received, when the projector is turned on, Selectable
Description
items
or when the INPUT button is pressed.
On When no input signal is detected for
more than 15 minutes, the projector will
Note automatically enter standby mode.
When “Auto Search” is set to “On” Off The Auto Power Off function will be
• If two or more input signals are found, the pro- disabled.
jector selects the input source in the order of
INPUT 1 n INPUT 2 n INPUT 3 n INPUT 4
when you press INPUT (P/R) on the projec-
tor. Note
• While “Auto Search” is set to “On”, press • When the Auto Power Off function is set to
C INPUT 1,C INPUT 2, D INPUT 3 or “On”, 5 minutes before the projector enters
EINPUT 4 on the remote control to select standby mode, the message “Enter STANDBY
an input mode other than the input mode se- mode in X min.” will appear on the screen to
lected by the projector. indicate the remaining minutes.

2 Auto Sync (Auto Sync 4 Setting the Confirmation

Adjustment) Sound (System Sound)
Selectable items Description Selectable
Description
On Auto Sync adjustment will items
occur when the projector is On A confirmation sound is made when
turned on or when the input the projector turns on/off.
Features

signals are switched, when

Off No confirmation sound is made.
Useful

connected to a computer.
Off Auto Sync adjustment is not
automatically performed.
5 Speaker Setting
Note Selectable
Description
items
• Auto Sync adjustment is also performed by
pressing F AUTO SYNC on the remote con- On The audio signal is output from the
trol. internal speaker.
• The Auto Sync adjustment may take some time Off The audio signal is not output from the
to complete, depending on the image of the internal speaker.
computer connected to the projector.
• When the optimum image cannot be achieved
with Auto Sync adjustment, use manual ad-
justments. (See page 46.)
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Menu operation n Page 37

6 Selecting the Transmission 8 System Lock Function

Speed (RS-232C) This function prevents unauthorized use of the
projector. Once this function is activated, users
Make sure that both the projector and computer must enter the correct keycode each time the
are set for the same baud rate. projector is turned on. We suggest you record
Selectable the keycode in a safe place where only au-
Description thorized users have access.
items
9600bps Transmission speed is slow.
P Info
• If you lose or forget your keycode, contact your
R nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or
115200bps Transmission speed is rapid. Service Center (see page 61). Even if the prod-
uct warranty is valid, the keycode reset will
incur a charge.
7 Fan Mode Setting
This function changes the fan rotation speed. a Setting/Changing the keycode
Selectable
items
Description 1 Press the 4 buttons on the remote
Suitable for normal environments.
control or on the projector to en-
Normal
ter the preset keycode in “Old
High Select this when using the projector at
altitudes of approximately 1,500 Code”.
meters (4,900 feet) or more. • When setting the keycode for the first
time, press R on the projector for four
When “Fan Mode” is set to “High”, the fan rotation times.
speeds up, and the fan noise becomes louder. PRJ - ADJ
Setting the System Lock
9 Checking the Lamp Life – – – –
Old Code
Status New Code – – – –
Reconfirm – – – –

You can confirm the cumulative lamp usage time

and the remaining lamp life (percentage). Note
• If you input a wrong keycode, the cursor
Lamp usage condition Remaining lamp life
returns to the first point of the “Old Code”.
“Life” 100% 5% • The preset keycode is 4 R buttons on
the projector. When you press the R but-
Operated exclusively Approx. Approx.
with Lamp Setting set to 3,000 150 hours ton four times, the keycord input screen
“Eco +Quiet” hours disappears.
Operated exclusively Approx. Approx.
with Lamp Setting set to 2,000 100 hours
“Bright” hours

Note
• It is recommended that the lamp be changed
when the remaining lamp life becomes 5%.
• The lamp life may vary depending on the us-
age condition.

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2 Press the 4 buttons on the remote Locking the Operation

control or on the projector to en-
ter the new keycode in “New
Code”.
Note
• You can not use the following buttons for
keycode:
• f ON
• e STANDBY
• h ENTER
• l RETURN
• B MENU/HELP
• System lock function recognizes each
button on the remote control or on the
projector as an individual button, even
if they share the same button name. If
you used the buttons on the projector
in setting your keycode, the keycode
cannot be canceled with the remote
control.
PRJ - ADJ
Setting the System Lock
Buttons on the Projector
(Keylock Function)
Use this function to lock the operation
buttons on the projector.
a Locking the Operation Buttons
Hold down T ENTER on the projector for
about 5 seconds while the projector is being
turned on.
ROn-screen Display
• The keylock function does not affect the op-
eration with the remote control buttons.
• You cannot use the keylock function while the
projector is warming up.
a Taking the Keylock off
Hold down T ENTER on the projector for
about 5 seconds.

Old Code **** ROn-screen Display

New Code – – – –
Reconfirm – – – –

• When the projector is in standby mode, you

3 Enter the same keycode in “Re-
confirm”.
can release the keylock by holding down
T ENTER and S STANDBY/ON on the pro-
jector simultaneously for about 5 seconds.

Note
To cancel the keycode that you have already
set
• Press R on the projector for four times in steps
2 and 3 above.
When the System Lock is set
• When System Lock is set, the keycode input
screen appears after the power is turned on.
Info
• Keylock does not function while the projector
is: displaying the “Setup Guide” or “Menu”
screens, in standby mode, warming up,
changing input signals, operating “Auto Sync”
function, in “FREEZE” mode or on the “Sys-
tem Lock” screen during warming up.
Features
Useful

When it appears, enter the right keycode to

start projection.
Input screen for keycode
System Lock – – – –

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 Troubleshooting with “Help” menu
This function advises you to solve the problems during usage.

Adjustment buttons
(P/R/O/Q)

Utilizing “Help” menu functions

MENU/HELP
button

ENTER button

Example: When image flickering appears

Operation to solve image flickering when pro-
jecting the computer RGB signal.

1 Press BMENU/HELP. 4 Select “Initiate “Auto Sync” Ad-

justments”, then press hENTER.
2 Press O or Q to select “Help”, then
5 If the image is not improved, se-
press hENTER. lect “Adjust horizontal noise.”,
then press hENTER.
3 Press P or R to select “Vertical
stripes or flickering image ap-
pears” on Help menu, then press
6 Press O or Q to adjust.
Help
hENTER. Phase 0
SEL./ADJ. Rtn. Menu END
Picture SCR - ADJ PRJ - ADJ Help

There is no picture or audio

Vertical stripes or flickering image appear Note
Data image is not centered
Color is faded or poor
• You can adjust the items with check marks (✔).
Picture is dark • The items in the “Help” menu change, de-
The image is distorted pending on the input signal or setting that you
have selected.
Reset all adjustments to default settings
• If the problem is not solved, refer to
SEL. ENTER END
“Troubleshooting”. (see pages 59 and 60)
• When selecting “sRGB” in "Picture Mode”, the
item “Color is faded or poor” is not displayed.
This means you cannot change input signal
types.
Help
Vertical stripes or flickering image appear
Initiate “Auto Sync” Adjustments.
If there is no change after performing "Auto Sync"
adjustments, adjust the following items.
Adjust vertical noise
Adjust horizontal noise
Reset the 2 items above
Return
Cur. sig. freq: H 43 kHz / V 60 Hz

SEL. ENTER END

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Maintenance
Cleaning the projector Cleaning the lens
■ Ensure that you have unplugged the power ■ Use a commercially available blower or lens
cord before cleaning the projector. cleaning paper (for glasses and camera lenses)
■ The cabinet as well as the operation panel is for cleaning the lens. Do not use any liquid type
made of plastic. Avoid using benzene or cleaning agents, as they may wear off the
thinner, as these can damage the finish on the coating film on the surface of the lens.
cabinet. ■ As the surface of the lens can easily get
■ Do not use volatile agents such as insecticides damaged, be sure not to scrape or hit the lens.
on the projector.
Do not attach rubber or plastic items to the
projector for long periods.
The effects of some of the agents in the plastic
may cause damage to the quality or finish of the
projector.
■ Wipe off dirt gently with a soft flannel cloth.
■ When the dirt is hard to remove, soak a cloth in
a mild detergent diluted with water, wring the
cloth well and then wipe the projector.
Strong cleaning detergents may discolor, warp
or damage the coating on the projector. Make Cleaning the exhaust and intake vents
sure to test on a small, inconspicuous area on ■ Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the
the projector before use. exhaust vent and the intake vent.
Mil
dd
ete
rge
nt

Mild detergent diluted

with water

Thinner
Wax

Info
Appendix

• If you want to clean the air vents during pro-

jector operation, be sure to press
S STANDBY/ON on the projector or
eSTANDBY on the remote control and put
the projector into standby mode. After the
cooling fan has stopped, clean the vents.

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 Maintenance Indicators
■ The warning lights (power indicator, lamp indicator and temperature warning indicator) on the
projector indicate problems inside the projector.
■ If a problem occurs, either the temperature warning indicator or the lamp indicator will illuminate
red, and the projector will enter standby mode. After the projector has entered standby mode,
follow the procedures given below.
Top View

Temperature warning indicator

Lamp indicator

Power indicator

About the temperature warning indicator

If the temperature inside the projector increases, due to blockage of the air vents, or the setting location,
“ ” will illuminate in the lower left corner of the picture. If the temperature keeps on rising, the lamp
will turn off and the temperature warning indicator will blink, the cooling fan will run, and then the projec-
tor will enter standby mode. After “ ” appears, be sure to perform the measures described on page
49.

About the lamp indicator

■ When the remaining lamp life becomes 5% or less, (yellow) and “Change The Lamp” will be
displayed on the screen. When the percentage becomes 0%, it will change to (red), the lamp will
automatically turn off and then the projector will automatically enter standby mode. At this time, the
lamp indicator will illuminate in red.
■ If you try to turn on the projector a fourth time without replacing the lamp, the projector will
not turn on.

Indicators on the Projector

Power indicator Red on Normal (Standby)
Green on Normal (Power on)
Red blinks Abnormal (See page 49.)
Green blinks Normal (Cooling)
Lamp indicator Green on Normal
Green blinks The lamp is warming up or shutting down.
Red on The lamp is shut down abnormally or
requires to be changed. (See page 49.)
Temperature warning Off Normal
indicator Red on The internal temperature is abnormally
high. (See page 49.)

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 Maintenance indicator
Problem Cause Possible Solution
Normal Abnormal
Tempera- Off Red on The internal • Blocked air intake • Relocate the projector to
ture (Standby) temperature is an area with proper
warning abnormally ventilation. (see page 8)
indicator high.
• Cooling fan • Take the projector to your
breakdown nearest Sharp Authorized
• Internal circuit Projector Dealer or Service
failure Center (see page 61) for
• Clogged air intake repair.
Lamp Green on Red on The lamp does • The lamp is shut • Disconnect the power cord
indicator (Green not illuminate. down abnormally. from the AC outlet, and
blinks then connect it again.
when the Time to change • Remaining lamp life • Carefully replace the lamp.
lamp is the lamp. becomes 5% or (See page 51.)
warming less. • Take the projector to your
up or nearest Sharp Authorized
turning Red on The lamp does • Burnt-out lamp
(Standby) not illuminate. • Lamp circuit failure Projector Dealer or Service
off.) Center (see page 61) for
repair.
• Please exercise care when
replacing the lamp.
• Securely install the cover.
Power Green on/ Red The power • The lamp unit cover • If the power indicator blinks
indicator Red on blinks indicator blinks is open. in red even when the lamp
Green in red when the unit cover is securely
blinks projector is on. installed, contact your
(Cooling) nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service
Center (see page 61) for
advice.

Info
• If the temperature warning indicator illuminates, and the projector enters standby mode, follow the
possible solutions above and then wait until the projector has cooled down completely before plug-
ging in the power cord and turning the power back on. (At least 10 minutes.)
• If the power is turned off for a brief moment due to power outage or some other cause while using
the projector, and the power supply recovers immediately after that, the lamp indicator will illumi-
nate in red and the lamp may not be lit. In this case, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet,
replace the power cord in the AC outlet and then turn the power on again.
• The cooling fan keeps the internal temperature of the projector constant and this function is con-
trolled automatically. The sound of the cooling fan may change during operation because the fan
speed may change and this is not a malfunction.
• Do not unplug the power cord after the projector has entered standby mode and while the cooling
fan is running. The cooling fan runs for about 90 seconds.
Appendix

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 Regarding the Lamp
Lamp
■ It is recommended that the lamp (sold separately) be replaced when the remaining lamp life becomes
5% or less, or when you notice a significant deterioration in the picture and color quality. The lamp life
(percentage) can be checked with the on-screen display. (see page 44)
■ Purchase a replacement lamp of type AN-XR20LP/AN-XR10LP from your place of purchase, nearest
Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO U.S. CUSTOMERS:

The lamp included with this projector is backed by a 90-day parts and labor limited
warranty. All service of this projector under warranty, including lamp replacement,
must be obtained through a Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center.
For the name of the nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service Center,
please call toll-free: 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277).
Hg LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY For State Lamp Disposal
Information
www.lamprecycle.org or 1-800-BE-SHARP U.S.A. ONLY

Caution Concerning the Lamp

■ This projector utilizes a pressurized mercury lamp. A loud sound may indicate lamp failure. Lamp
failure can be attributed to numerous sources such as: excessive shock, improper cooling, surface
scratches or deterioration of the lamp due to a lapse of usage time.
The period of time up to failure largely varies depending on the individual lamp and/or the condition
and the frequency of use. It is important to note that failure can often result in the bulb cracking.
■ When the lamp replacement indicator and on-screen display icon are illuminated, it is recommended
that the lamp be replaced with a new one immediately, even if the lamp appears to be operating
normally.
■ Should the lamp break, there is also a possibility that glass particles may spread inside of the
projector. In such a case, it is recommended you contact your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector
Dealer or Service Center to assure safe operation.
■ Should the lamp break, the glass particles may spread inside the lamp cage or gas contained in the
lamp may be vented into the room from the exhaust vent. Because the gas in this lamp includes
mercury, ventilate the room well if the lamp breaks and avoid all exposure to the released gas. In case
of exposure to the gas, consult a doctor as soon as possible.

Replacing the Lamp

Caution
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the projector right after use. The lamp will be very hot and may
cause burn or injury.
■ Carefully change the lamp by following the instructions described in this section. * If you wish,
you may have the lamp replaced at your nearest Sharp Authorized Projector Dealer or Service
Center.
* If the new lamp does not light after replacement, take your projector to the nearest Sharp Authorized
Projector Dealer or Service Center for repair.

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Removing and Installing the
Lamp Unit

Lamp unit
Warning! AN-XR20LP
• Do not remove the lamp unit from the projec- Optional (for XG-MB55X/
tor right after use. The lamp and parts around accessory XR-20X/XR-20S)
the lamp will be very hot and may cause burns AN-XR10LP
or injury. (for XR-10X/XR-10S)

Info
• Make sure that you remove the lamp unit by
the handle. Do not touch the glass surface of
STANDBY/ON button
the lamp unit or the inside of the projector.
• To avoid injury to yourself and damage to the
lamp, be sure to carefully follow the steps
below.
• Do not loosen other screws except for the
lamp unit cover and lamp unit.

1 Press SSTANDBY/ON on the pro-

jector or eSTANDBY on the re-
mote control to put the projector
into standby mode.
• Wait until the cooling fan stops. AC socket

2 Disconnect the power cord.

• Unplug the power cord from the AC
socket.
• Leave the lamp until it has fully cooled
down (about 1 hour).

1
3 Remove the lamp unit cover.
• Turn the projector over. Loosen the user
2
service screw (1) that secures the lamp
unit cover. Remove the lamp unit cover User service screw
(2). (for lamp unit cover)
Appendix

51
 Regarding the Lamp (Continued)
4 Remove the lamp unit.
• Loosen the securing screws from the
Handle

lamp unit. Hold the lamp unit by the

handle and pull it in the direction of the
arrow. At this time, keep the lamp unit
horizontal and do not tilt it.

5 Insert the new lamp unit.

• Press the lamp unit firmly into the lamp
unit compartment. Fasten the securing Securing screws
screws.

6 Replace the lamp unit cover.

• Align the tab on the lamp unit cover
(1)and place it while pressing the tab
(2) to close it. Then tighten the user ser-
vice screw to secure the lamp unit cover.

Info
• If the lamp unit and lamp unit cover are
not correctly installed, the power will not
turn on, even if the power cord is con- 1
nected to the projector.

Resetting the Lamp Timer

Reset the lamp timer after replacing the lamp.

Info
• Make sure to reset the lamp timer only when
replacing the lamp. If you reset the lamp timer AC socket
and continue to use the same lamp, this may
cause the lamp to become damaged or ex-
plode.
STANDBY/ON
button
1 Connect the power cord.
• Plug the power cord into the AC socket
of the projector. ENTER button

MENU/HELP
2 Reset the lamp timer.
• While simultaneously holding down button
UMENU/HELP, TENTER and R on the
projector, press SSTANDBY/ON on the R button
projector.
• “LAMP 0000H” is displayed, indicating
that the lamp timer is reset.

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Connecting Pin Assignments

COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT INPUT1, 2 and COMPUTER-RGB/COMPONENT OUTPUT Terminals:

15-pin mini D-sub female connector
COMPUTER-RGB Input/Output Component Input/Output
1. Video input (red) 1. PR (CR)
2. Video input (green/sync on green) 2. Y
3. Video input (blue) 3. PB (CB)
11 15 4. Not connected 4. Not connected
5. Not connected 5. Not connected
6. Earth (red) 6. Earth (PR)
7. Earth (green/sync on green) 7. Earth (Y)
8. Earth (blue) 8. Earth (PB)
9. Not connected 9. Not connected
10. GND 10. Not connected
1 5 11. Not connected 11. Not connected
6 10 12. Bi-directional data 12. Not connected
13. Horizontal sync signal: TTL level 13. Not connected
14. Vertical sync signal: TTL level 14. Not connected
15. Data clock 15. Not connected
RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin mini DIN female connector
8 Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference
9 7 1. Not connected
2. RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit
3. SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit
4. Not connected
6 3 5. SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit
6. Not connected
7. RS Request to Send Connected to CS in internal circuit
5 4 8. CS Clear to Send Connected to RS in internal circuit
9. Not connected
2 1
RS-232C Terminal: 9-pin D-sub male connector of the DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor* (optional
accessory: AN-A1RS) * This adaptor is only supplied with XG-MB55X.
Pin No. Signal Name I/O Reference
1. Not connected
1 5 2. RD Receive Data Input Connected to internal circuit
3. SD Send Data Output Connected to internal circuit
4. Not connected
5. SG Signal Ground Connected to internal circuit
6. Not connected
7. RS Request to Send Connected to CS in internal circuit
6 9 8. CS Clear to Send Connected to RS in internal circuit
9. Not connected
RS-232C Cable recommended connection: 9-pin D-sub female connector
Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1. CD 1. CD
5 1 2. RD 2. RD
3. SD 3. SD
4. ER 4. ER
5. SG 5. SG
6. DR 6. DR
7. RS 7. RS
9 6 8. CS 8. CS
9. CI 9. CI
Appendix

Note
• Depending on the controlling device used, it may be necessary to connect Pin 4 and Pin 6 on the
controlling device (e.g. computer).
Projector Computer
Pin No. Pin No.
4 4
5 5
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 RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings

Computer control
A computer can be used to control the projector by connecting an RS-232C serial control cable
(cross type, sold separately) to the projector. (See page 26 for connection.)
Communication conditions
Set the serial port settings of the computer to match that of the table.
Signal format: Conforms to RS-232C standard. Parity bit: None
Baud rate: * 9,600 bps/115,200 bps Stop bit: 1 bit
Data length: 8 bits Flow control: None
* Set the projector's baud rate to the same rate as used by the computer.
Basic format
Commands from the computer are sent in the following order: command, parameter, and return
code. After the projector processes the command from the computer, it sends a response code to
the computer.
Command format

C1 C2 C3 C4 P1 P2 P3 P4 Return code (0DH)

Command 4-digit Parameter 4-digit

Response code format
Normal response Problem response (communication error or incorrect command)

O K Return code (0DH) E R R Return code (0DH)

Info
• When controlling the projector using RS-232C commands from a computer, wait for at least 30
seconds after the power has been turned on, and then transmit the commands.
• When more than one code is being sent, send each command only after the response code for the
previous command from the projector is verified.
• “POWR????” “TABN _ _ _ 1” “TLPS _ _ _ 1” “TPOW _ _ _ 1” “TLPN _ _ _ 1” “TLTT _ _ _ 1”
“TLTL _ _ _ 1” “TNAM _ _ _ 1” “MNRD _ _ _ 1” “PJN0 _ _ _ 1”
When the projector receives a command shown above:
* The on-screen display will not disappear.
* The “Auto Power Off” timer will not be reset.

Note
• If an underbar (_) appears in the parameter column, enter a space.
• If an asterisk (*) appears in the parameter column, enter a value in the range indicated in brackets
under Control Contents.
*1 For setting the projector name, send the commands in the order of PJN1, PJN2 and PJN3.
*2 Parameters of CLR Temp settings are as follows.
CLR Temp Parameter CLR Temp Parameter
5500K _0 5 5 8500K _0 8 5
6500K _0 6 5 9300K _0 9 3
7500K _0 7 5 10500K _1 0 5

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Commands
Example: When turning on the projector, make the following setting.
Computer Projector
→
P O W R _ _ _ 1 O K
←
RETURN
CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER Standby mode
Power ON
(or 40-second startup time)
Power Off P O W R _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR OK
Power On P O W R _ _ _ 1 OK OK or ERR
Power Status P O W R ? ? ? ? 1 0
Projector Condition T A B N _ _ _ 1 0 : Normal, 0 : Normal,
1 : Temp High, 1 : Temp High,
8 : Lamp Life 5% or less, 2 : Fan Error,
16 : Lamp Burnt-out, 4 : Lamp Cover Open,
32 : Lamp Ignition Failure 8 : Lamp Life 5% or less,
16 : Lamp Burnt-out,
32 : Lamp Ignition Failure,
64 : Temp Abnormally High
Lamp Status T L P S _ _ _ 1 0 : Off, 1 : On, 2 : Retry, 3 : Waiting, 4 : Lamp Error 0 : Off, 4 : Lamp Error
Lamp Power Status T P O W _ _ _ 1 1 : On, 2 : Cooling, 3 : Shutting Down 0 : Standby
Lamp Quantity T L P N _ _ _ 1 1
Lamp Usage Time (Hour) T L T T _ _ _ 1 0 – 9999 (Integer)
Lamp Life (Percentage) T L T L _ _ _ 1 0% – 100% (Integer)
Model Name Check T N A M _ _ _ 1 XGMB55X / XR10S / XR10X / XR20S / XR20X
Model Name Check M N R D _ _ _ 1 XG-MB55X / XR-10S / XR-10X / XR-20S / XR-20X
Projector Name Setting 1 P J N 1 * * * * OK or ERR
(First four characters) *1
Projector Name Setting 2 P J N 2 * * * * OK or ERR
(Middle four characters) *1
Projector Name Setting 3 P J N 3 * * * * OK or ERR
(Last four characters) *1
Projector Name Check P J N 0 _ _ _ 1 Projector Name
INPUT 1 (RGB1) I R G B _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 (RGB2) I R G B _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT RGB Check I R G B ? ? ? ? 1 : RGB1 (INPUT1), 2 : RGB2 (INPUT2), ERR ERR
INPUT 3 (Video1) I V E D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 (Video2) I V E D _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT Video Check I V E D ? ? ? ? 1 : Video1 (INPUT3), 2 : Video2 (INPUT4), ERR ERR
INPUT Mode Check I M O D ? ? ? ? 1 : RGB, 2 : Video ERR
INPUT Check I C H K ? ? ? ? 1 : INPUT1, 2 : INPUT2, 3 : INPUT3, 4 : INPUT4 ERR
INPUT 1 Adjustment Reset R A R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Adjustment Reset R B R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Adjustment Reset V A R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Adjustment Reset V B R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
All Reset A L R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Volume (0 – 60) V O L A _ _ * * OK or ERR ERR
Volume up / down (ⴑ10 – ⴐ10) V O U D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Keystone K E Y S _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
(ⴑ127 – ⴐ127 (XGA) / ⴑ100 – ⴐ100 (SVGA))
AV Mute Off I M B K _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
AV Mute On I M B K _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Freeze Off F R E Z _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Freeze On F R E Z _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Sync Start A D J S _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Resize : Normal R A S R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Resize : Stretch R A S R _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Resize : Border R A S R _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Resize : Normal R B S R _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Resize : Stretch R B S R _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Appendix

INPUT 2 Resize : Border R B S R _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR

INPUT 3 Resize : Normal R A S V _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Resize : Stretch R A S V _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Resize : Border R A S V _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Resize : Normal R B S V _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Resize : Stretch R B S V _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Resize : Border R B S V _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Standard R A P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
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 RS-232C Specifications and Command Settings
(Continued)
RETURN
CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER Standby mode
Power ON
(or 40-second startup time)
INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Presentation R A P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Movie R A P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Picture Mode : Game R A P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Picture Mode : sRGB R A P S _ _ 1 4 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Contrast (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Bright (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Color (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Tint (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Red (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A R D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Blue (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A B E _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Sharp (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R A S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 CLR Temp *2 R A C T _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Bright Boost (0 – 2) R A W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Progressive : 2D R A I P _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Progressive : 3D R A I P _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Progressive : Fim Mode R A I P _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Signal Type : Auto I A S I _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Signal Type : RGB I A S I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 1 Signal Type : Component I A S I _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Picture Mode : Standard R B P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Picture Mode : Presentation R B P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Picture Mode : Movie R B P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Picture Mode : Game R B P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Picture Mode : sRGB R B P S _ _ 1 4 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Contrast (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Bright (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Color (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Tint (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Red (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B R D _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Blue (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B B E _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Sharp (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) R B S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 CLR Temp *2 R B C T _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Bright Boost (0 – 2) R B W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Progressive : 2D R B I P _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Progressive : 3D R B I P _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Progressive : Flm Mode R B I P _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Signal Type : Auto I B S I _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Signal Type : RGB I B S I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 2 Signal Type : Component I B S I _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Picture Mode : Standard V A P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Picture Mode : Presentation V A P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Picture Mode : Movie V A P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Picture Mode : Game V A P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Contrast (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V A P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Bright (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V A B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Color (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V A C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Tint (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V A T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Sharp (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V A S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 CLR Temp *2 V A C T _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Bright Boost (0 – 2) V A W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Progressive : 2D V A I P _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Progressive : 3D V A I P _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 3 Progressive : Film Mode V A I P _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Picture Mode : Standard V B P S _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Picture Mode : Presentation V B P S _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Picture Mode : Movie V B P S _ _ 1 2 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Picture Mode : Game V B P S _ _ 1 3 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Contrast (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V B P I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Bright (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V B B R _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Color (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V B C O _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Tint (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V B T I _ * * * OK or ERR ERR

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 RETURN
CONTROL CONTENTS COMMAND PARAMETER Standby mode
Power ON
(or 40-second startup time)
INPUT 4 Sharp (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) V B S H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 CLR Temp *2 V B C T _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Bright Boost (0 – 2) V B W E _ _ _ * OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Progressive : 2D V B I P _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Progressive : 3D V B I P _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
INPUT 4 Progressive : Film Mode V B I P _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Clock (ⴑ150 – ⴐ150) I N C L * * * * OK or ERR ERR
Phase (ⴑ30 – ⴐ30) I N P H _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
H-Position (ⴑ150 – ⴐ150) I A H P * * * * OK or ERR ERR
V-Position (ⴑ60 – ⴐ60) I A V P _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
Fine Sync Adjustment Reset I A R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Sync : Off A A D J _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Sync : On A A D J _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Internal Speaker : Off A S P K _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Internal Speaker : On A S P K _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Image Shift L N D S _ * * * OK or ERR ERR
(ⴑ96 – ⴐ96 (XGA) / ⴑ75 – ⴐ75 (SVGA))
OSD Display : Off I M D I _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
OSD Display : On I M D I _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : AUTO M E S Y _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : PAL M E S Y _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : SECAM M E S Y _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : NTSC4.43 M E S Y _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : NTSC3.58 M E S Y _ _ _ 5 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : PAL_M M E S Y _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : PAL_N M E S Y _ _ _ 7 OK or ERR ERR
Video System Selection : PAL-60 M E S Y _ _ _ 8 OK or ERR ERR
Background Selection : Logo I M B G _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Background Selection : Blue I M B G _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Background Selection : None I M B G _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
Lamp Setting : Bright T H M D _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Lamp Setting : EcoⴐQuiet T H M D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Search : Off I N S E _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Search : On I N S E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Power Off : Off A P O W _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Power Off : On A P O W _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Keystone : Off (XG-MB55X/XR-20X only) A T K S _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Auto Keystone : On (XG-MB55X/XR-20X only) A T K S _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
PRJ Mode : Reverse Off I M R E _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
PRJ Mode : Reverse On I M R E _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
PRJ Mode : Invert Off I M I N _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
PRJ Mode : Invert On I M I N _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : ENGLISH M E L A _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : DEUTSCH M E L A _ _ _ 2 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : ESPAÑOL M E L A _ _ _ 3 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : NEDERLANDS M E L A _ _ _ 4 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : FRANÇAIS M E L A _ _ _ 5 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : ITALIANO M E L A _ _ _ 6 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : SVENSKA M E L A _ _ _ 7 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : M E L A _ _ _ 8 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : PORTUGUÊS M E L A _ _ _ 9 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : M E L A _ _ 1 0 OK or ERR ERR
Language Selection : M E L A _ _ 1 1 OK or ERR ERR
Setup Guide : Off S E G U _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
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Setup Guide : On S E G U _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR

System Sound : Off S S N D _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
System Sound : On S S N D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR
RGB Horizontal Frequency Check T F R Q _ _ _ 1 x10-1 kHz (***.* or ERR) ERR
RGB Vertical Frequency Check T F R Q _ _ _ 2 Hz (***.* or ERR) ERR
Fan Mode : Normal H L M D _ _ _ 0 OK or ERR ERR
Fan Mode : High H L M D _ _ _ 1 OK or ERR ERR

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 Computer Compatibility Chart
Computer
• Multiple signal support • Compatible with the signals below in
Horizontal Frequency: 15-70 kHz, intelligent compression
Vertical Frequency: 45-85 Hz, XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-10X: SXGA, SXGA+
Pixel Clock: 12-108 MHz XR-20S/XR-10S: XGA, SXGA, SXGA+
Sync signal:Compatible with TTL level • Intelligent Compression and Expansion
• Compatible with sync on green signal System resizing technology
The following is a list of modes that conform to VESA. However, this projector supports other
signals that are not VESA standards.
Display
Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency
PC/MAC Resolution (kHz) (Hz) VESA Standard XG-MB55X/
XR-20S/10S
XR-20X/10X
27.0 60
640 × 350 31.5 70
37.5 85 ✔
27.0 60
640 × 400 31.5 70
37.9 85 ✔
27.0 60
720 × 350
31.5 70
VGA 27.0 60 Upscale
720 × 400 31.5 70
37.9 85 ✔
26.2 50 Upscale
31.5 60 ✔
34.7 70
640 × 480
37.9 72 ✔
37.5 75 ✔
43.3 85 ✔
31.4 50
PC 35.1 56 ✔
37.9 60 ✔
SVGA 800 × 600 46.6 70 True
48.1 72 ✔
46.9 75 ✔
53.7 85 ✔
40.3 50
48.4 60 ✔
XGA 1,024 × 768 56.5 70 ✔ True
60.0 75 ✔
68.7 85 ✔ Intelligent
55.0 60 Compression
1,152 × 864 66.2 70 Intelligent
SXGA
67.5 75 ✔ Compression
1,280 × 1,024 64.0 60 ✔
SXGA+ 1,400 × 1,050 64.0 60
MAC 13" VGA 640 × 480 34.9 67 Upscale
800 × 600 37.8 60 Upscale True
MAC 16" SVGA
832 × 624 49.7 75
MAC 19" XGA 1,024 × 768 60.2 75 True Intelligent
Compression
MAC 21" SXGA 1,152 × 870 68.7 75 Intelligent Compression

Note
• When this projector receives 640K350 VESA format VGA signals, “640K400” appears on the screen.
• Optimum image quality will be achieved by matching your computer’s output resolution to the
projector’s native resolution. (1024 x 768 for the XG-MB55X, XR-20X and XR-10X models OR 800 x
600 for the XR-20S and XR-10S models).
Signal Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz)
DTV
480I 15.7 60
480P 31.5 60
540P 33.8 60
576I 15.6 50
576P 31.3 50
720P 45.0 60
1035I 28.1 50
1035I 33.8 60
1080I 28.1 50
1080I 33.8 60

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Troubleshooting
Problem Check Page

• Projector power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. 26

• Power to the external connected devices is off. –
• The selected input mode is wrong. 30
• Cables incorrectly connected to the projector. 23–26
• Remote control battery has run out. 14
No picture and no sound • External output has not been set when connecting notebook 23
or projector does not computer.
start. • The lamp unit cover is not installed correctly. 51, 52
• Cables incorrectly connected to the projector. 23–26
• “Bright” is set to minimum position. 40
• Depending on the computer you are using, an image may not be –
projected unless the signal output setting of the computer is
switched to the external output. Refer to the computer’s operation
manual for how to switch its signal output settings.
Sound is heard but no
picture appears (or picture
is dark).
• Image adjustments are incorrectly set. 40
• Make adjustments of “Color” and “Tint” in “Picture Mode” and lower
the “Bright Boost” value.
(Video Input only)
46
• Video input system is incorrectly set.

Color is faded or poor.

• Adjust the focus. 28

• The projection distance exceeds the focus range. 20
(Computer Input only)
• Perform “Fine Sync” Adjustments (“Clock” Adjustment) 46
• Perform “Fine Sync” Adjustments (“Phase” Adjustment) 46
Picture is blurred; • Noise may appear depending on the computer. –
noise appears.

• Cables incorrectly connected to the projector. 23–26

• Volume is set to minimum. 30
• When the projector is connected to an external device and the
volume is set to minimum, the sound is not output even if you turn up
the volume of the external device.

Picture appears but no • “Speaker" is set to “Off”. 43

sound is heard.
An unusual sound is • If the picture is normal, the sound is due to cabinet shrinkage –
occasionally heard from caused by room temperature changes. This will not affect operation
the cabinet. or performance.
Maintenance indicator on • See “Maintenance Indicators”. 49
the projector illuminates
Appendix

or blinks in red.
The projector cannot be • The keylock is set.
45
turned on or put into the If the keylock is set to “ON”, all the buttons are locked.
standby mode using the
STANDBY/ON button on
the projector.

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 Troubleshooting (Continued)
Problem Check Page

Picture is green on • Change the input signal type setting. 46

INPUT 1 (COMPONENT)/ • When you cannot select an input signal type, select “Color is faded 39, 46
INPUT 2 (COMPONENT). or poor” in the “Help” menu, after selecting an item other than
Picture is pink (no green) “sRGB” in “Picture Mode”, and then select an input signal type.
on INPUT 1 (RGB)/INPUT
2 (RGB).
Picture is too bright and • Image adjustments are incorrectly set. 40
whitish.
The cooling fan becomes • When temperature inside the projector increases, the cooling fan –
noisy. runs faster.
The lamp does not light • The lamp indicator is illuminating in red.
up even after the Replace the lamp.
projector turns on. 48, 51
The lamp suddenly turns
off during projection.
The image sometimes • Cables incorrectly connected to the projector or the connected 23–26
flickers. equipment works improperly.
• Select “Vertical stripes or flickering image appear” in the “Help” 46
menu and make the necessary adjustments.
• If this happens frequently, replace the lamp. 51
The lamp needs much • The lamp will eventually need to be changed. 51
time to turn on. While the remaining lamp life draws to a close, replace the lamp.
Picture is dark.

This unit is equipped with a microprocessor. Its performance could be adversely affected by incorrect operation
or interference. If this should happen, unplug the Unit and plug it in again after more than 5 minutes.

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For SHARP Assistance
If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this projector, first
refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on pages 59 and 60. If this operation manual
does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments
listed below.
U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation
1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277)
lcdsupport@sharpsec.com
http://www.sharp-usa.com
Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.
(905) 568-7140
http://www.sharp.ca
Mexico Sharp Electronics Corporation
Mexico Branch
(525) 716-9000
http://www.sharp.com.mx
Latin America Sharp Electronics Corp. Latin
American Group
(305) 264-2277
www.servicio@sharpsec.com
http://www.siempresharp.com
Germany Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH
01805-234675
http://www.sharp.de
U.K. Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.
08705 274 277
cic@sharp-uk.co.uk
http://www.sharp.co.uk
Italy Sharp Electronics (Italy) S.P.A.
(39) 02-89595-1
http://www.sharp.it
France Sharp Electronics France
01 49 90 35 40
hotlineced@sef.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.fr
Spain Sharp Electronica Espana, S.A.
93 5819700
sharplcd@sees.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.es
Switzerland Sharp Electronics (Schweiz) AG
0041 1 846 63 11
cattaneo@sez.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.ch
Sweden Sharp Electronics ( Nordic ) AB
(46) 8 6343600
vision.support@sen.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.se
Austria Sharp Electronics (Europe) GMBH
Branch Office Austria
0043 1 727 19 123
pogats@sea.sharp-eu.com
http://www.sharp.at
Benelux SHARP Electronics Benelux BV
0900-SHARPCE (0900-7427723)
Nederland
9900-0159 Belgium
http://www.sharp.nl
http://www.sharp.be
http://www.sharp.lu
Australia Sharp Corporation of Australia Pty.
Ltd.
1300-135-022
http://www.sharp.net.au
New Zealand Sharp Corporation of New Zealand
(09) 634-2059, (09) 636-6972
http://www.sharp.net.nz
Singapore Sharp-Roxy Sales (S) Pte. Ltd.
65-226-6556
ckng@srs.global.sharp.co.jp
http://www.sharp.com.sg
Hong Kong Sharp-Roxy (HK) Ltd.
(852) 2410-2623
dcmktg@srh.global.sharp.co.jp
http://www.sharp.com.hk
Taiwan Sharp Corporation (Taiwan)
0800-025111
http://www.sharp-scot.com.tw
Malaysia Sharp-Roxy Sales & Service Co.
(60) 3-5125678
U.A.E. Sharp Middle East Fze
971-4-81-5311
helpdesk@smef.global.sharp.co.jp
Thailand Sharp Thebnakorn Co. Ltd.
02-236-0170
svc@stcl.global.sharp.co.jp
http://www.sharp-th.com
Korea Sharp Electronics Incorporated of
Korea
(82) 2-3660-2002
lcd@sharp-korea.co.kr
http://www.sharpkorea.co.kr
India Sharp Business Systems (India)
Limited
(91) 11- 6431313
service@sharp-oa.com
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 Specifications
Product type Projector
Model XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-20S/XR-10X/XR-10S
Video system NTSC3.58/NTSC4.43/PAL/PAL-M/PAL-N/PAL-60/SECAM/DTV480I/DTV480P/
DTV540P/DTV576I/DTV576P/DTV720P/DTV1035I/DTV1080I/DTV1080I-50
Display method Single Chip Digital Micromirror DeviceTM (DMDTM) by Texas Instruments
DMD panel Panel size: [XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-10X] 0.55" (14 mm), 1chip XGA DMD
[XR-20S/XR-10S] 0.55" (14 mm), 1chip SVGA DMD
No. of dots: [XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-10X] 786,432 dots (1,024 [H] × 768 [V])
[XR-20S/XR-10S] 480,000 dots (800 [H] × 600 [V])
Lens 1–1.15 × zoom lens, F2.4–2.6, f = 19.0–21.9 mm
Projection lamp 275 W DC lamp
(AN-XR20LP (for XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-20S)/AN-XR10LP (for XR-10X/XR-10S))
Component input signal 15-pin mini D-sub connector
(INPUT1/2) Y: 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
PB: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminated
PR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminated
Horizontal resolution [XG-MB55X/XR-20X/XR-10X] 600 TV lines (DTV720P)
[XR-20S/XR-10S] 520 TV lines (DTV720P)
Computer RGB input 15-pin mini D-sub connector
(INPUT 1/2)/output RGB separate/sync on green type analog input: 0–0.7 Vp-p, positive, 75 Ω terminated
(OUTPUT) signal HORIZONTAL SYNC. SIGNAL: TTL level (positive/negative)
VERTICAL SYNC. SIGNAL: Same as above
S-video input signal 4-pin mini DIN connector
(INPUT 3) Y (luminance signal): 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω terminated
C (chrominance signal): Burst 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω terminated
Video input signal RCA connector: VIDEO, composite video, 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75 Ω
(INPUT 4) terminated
Vertical frequency 45–85 Hz
Horizontal frequency 15–70 kHz
Pixel clock 12–108 MHz
RS-232C terminal 9-pin mini DIN connector
Audio input signal ø3.5 mm minijack or RCA terminal: 0.5 Vrms, more than 22 kΩ (stereo)
Audio output signal ø3.5 mm minijack: 0.5 Vrms, less than 2.2 kΩ
(AUDIO OUTPUT 1-4)
Speaker system 4 cm × 2.85 cm oval × 1
Rated voltage AC 100–240 V
Input current 3.6 A
Rated frequency 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 350 W (Lamp Setting “Bright”)/
305 W (Lamp Setting “Eco + Quiet”) with AC 100 V
330 W (Lamp Setting “Bright”)/
285 W (Lamp Setting “Eco + Quiet”) with AC 240 V
Power consumption (standby) 4 W (AC 100 V) – 5 W (AC 240 V)
Heat dissipation 1,315 BTU/hour (Lamp Setting “Bright”)/
1,145 BTU/hour (Lamp Setting “Eco + Quiet”) with AC 100 V
1,240 BTU/hour (Lamp Setting “Bright”)/
1,070 BTU/hour (Lamp Setting “Eco + Quiet”) with AC 240 V
Operating temperature 41°F to 95°F (+5°C to +35°C)
Storage temperature –4°F to 140°F (–20°C to +60°C)
Cabinet Plastic
I/R carrier frequency 38 kHz
Dimensions (approx.) 12 13/32" × 4 19/64" × 11 1/32" (315 (W) × 109 (H) × 280 (D) mm) (main body only)
12 13/32" × 4 47/64" × 11 37/64" (315 (W) × 120 (H) × 294 (D) mm) (including adjust-
ment foot and projecting parts)
Weight (approx.) 8.6 lbs. (3.9 kg)
Replacement parts Remote control, Power cord for U.S. and Canada, etc., Power cord for Europe,
except U.K., Power cord for U.K. and Singapore, Power cord for Australia, New
Zealand and Oceania, RGB cable, DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor, Operation
manual (Printed and CD-ROM)

As a part of policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and
specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specifica-
tion figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from
these values in individual units.

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Dimensions
Units: inches (mm)

/ (5)
13 64
11 1/32 (280)
/ (9)
23 64

ø9 7/64 (69.2)

2 7/8 (73) 1 55/64 (47)

/ (11) 4 19/64 (109)
7 16

3 5/32 (80) 3 1/16 (77.5)

12 13/32 (315)
4 7/64 (104)
1 7/8 (47.5)

Appendix
/ (11)
7 16

1 11/32 (33.8)

2 61/64 1 53/64 2 19/32

(75) (46.2) (65.5)
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 Index
AC socket ....................................................... 26
Accessories ................................................... 10
Adjustment buttons ........................................ 37
Adjust horizontal noise ........................... 36, 46
Adjust vertical noise ............................... 36, 46
Aspect ratio .................................................... 32
AUDIO INPUT terminal .................... 23, 24, 25
AUDIO OUTPUT terminal ............................. 21
Auto Keystone Correction .............................. 41
Auto Power Off ............................................... 43
Auto Search ................................................... 43
Auto Sync
(Auto Sync adjustment) ........... 34, 36, 43, 46
AUTO SYNC button ....................................... 34
AV MUTE button ............................................ 30
BACK button .................................................. 13
Background .................................................... 42
Blue ................................................................ 40
BORDER ................................................ 32, 33
BREAK TIMER button ................................... 34
Bright ............................................................. 40
Bright Boost ................................................... 40
Clock .............................................................. 46
CLR Temp (Color Temperature) .................... 40
Color .............................................................. 40
Contrast ......................................................... 40
DIN-D-sub RS-232C adaptor ........................ 26
ENTER button ................................................ 37
Exhaust vent ........................................... 12, 47
Fan Mode ....................................................... 44
Fine Sync ....................................................... 46
Focus ring ...................................................... 28
FORWARD button ......................................... 13
FREEZE button ............................................. 34
Front adjustment foot ..................................... 29
H-Pos ...................................................... 36, 46
HEIGHT ADJUST lever ................................. 29
Help ................................................................ 46
Image shift ..................................................... 41
INPUT 1 terminal .............................. 23, 24, 25
INPUT 1 – 4 modes ....................................... 30
INPUT 2 terminal .............................. 23, 24, 25
INPUT 3 terminal ........................................... 24
INPUT 4 terminal ........................................... 25
INPUT buttons ............................................... 30
Intake vent ........................................ 11, 12, 47
Kensington Security
Standard connector .................................... 12
Keycode ......................................................... 44
Keylock ........................................................... 45
KEYSTONE button ........................................ 31
Keystone Correction ...................................... 41
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Lamp ....................................................... 10, 50
Lamp indicator ............................................... 48
Lamp Setting ................................................. 40
Lamp Timer (Life) .......................................... 44
Lamp unit ....................................................... 51
Language (on-screen display language) ...... 42
Lens Cap ....................................................... 11
MENU/HELP button ................................ 37, 46
NORMAL ................................................ 32, 33
ON button ...................................................... 27
Optional accessories ..................................... 10
OSD Display .................................................. 42
OUTPUT (INPUT1, 2) terminal ..................... 25
PDF .................................................................. 9
Phase ............................................................. 46
Picture Adjustment ........................................ 39
Picture Mode .......................................... 34, 39
PICTURE MODE button ................................ 34
Power cord ..................................................... 26
PRJ - ADJ ...................................................... 43
PRJ Mode ............................................... 19, 42
Progressive .................................................... 40
R-6 batteries .................................................. 14
Rear adjustment foot ..................................... 29
Red ................................................................ 40
Remote control .............................................. 13
Remote control sensor .................................. 15
Replacing the lamp ................................. 50, 51
Resize ..................................................... 32, 41
RESIZE button ............................................... 32
RETURN button ............................................. 37
RGB cable ..................................................... 23
RS-232C terminal .......................................... 26
SCR - ADJ ..................................................... 41
Screen Size and Projection Distance ...................... 20
Setup Guide ............................................ 28, 42
Sharp ............................................................. 40
Speaker .......................................................... 43
STANDBY button ........................................... 27
STANDBY/ON button ..................................... 27
STRETCH ............................................... 32, 33
Supplied accessories .................................... 10
System Lock .................................................. 44
System Sound ............................................... 43
Temperature warning indicator ...................... 48
Tint ................................................................. 40
Video System ................................................ 36
Volume buttons .............................................. 30
V-Pos ....................................................... 36, 46
Zoom ring ....................................................... 28